existence. He added that Islam makes difference and diversification as a basis for life but a one that is based on understanding and not dispute. Dr. Khoja said that the Islamic civilization was welcome of other civilizations and never called for abolishing them or hating them, citing Muslims celebrations for Arsto, Socrates and Aristotle as a sign for recognition of cultural diversification. He extended thanks to President Zeine El-Abidine ben Ali for patronizing this conference and congratulated Al-Gairawan for hosting the Islamic Culture capital 2009.
