How can the establishment of an Islamic Union resolve economic problems?
With the foundation of the Islamic Union, the underground and above-ground resources and trade areas possessed by all Muslim countries will be used in the best possible manner, and cultural values will come to the fore. Measures such as the establishment of free trade zones, regional trade agreements and the abolition of customs tariffs will lead to economic and social progress. Security will be achieved more easily thanks to mutual defense pacts, and disagreements will be resolved with ease. Every country with mutual defense opportunities will reduce military spending to a minimum and thus permit the resources saved to be invested in the cultural and educational fields. All the countries that join together under the banner of Islam will contribute to the establishment of world peace and order, will guarantee their economies and military statuses, and will also assume a more effective role in the international arena. Joint investments and initiatives will be an important step in this d