Caliphate in the Ideological Dialogue of the Islamic World: The Case of Pan-Islamic Congress in Cairo (1926)

The dissolution of the Ottoman Caliphate in 1924 reignited global debates on Muslim unity and transregional cooperation, with the Pan-Islamic Congress held in Cairo in 1926 serving as a pivotal case study. This research reveals how advocates of the Caliphate from diverse Islamic regions—Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia—engaged in ideological dialogue, reflecting regional interpretations of its essence amid shifting geopolitical landscapes. The study highlights the challenges faced by Caliphate supporters in reconciling traditional Islamic principles with secular statehood, while also examining the historical and cultural roots of their advocacy. Through a detailed analysis of the Cairo Congress, it sheds light on the complex interplay of political, religious, and philosophical perspectives that shaped these discussions.

Kirillina, S. A., Safronova, A. L., & Orlov, V. V. (2022). Caliphate in the Ideological Dialogue of the Islamic World: The Case of Pan-Islamic Congress in Cairo (1926). RUDN Journal of World History, 14(1), 7–19. https://doi.org/10.22363/2312-8127-2022-14-1-7-19