New Law Regulating Poetry Gatherings Published in Official Gazette

The Ministry of Justice announced that the Law on Regulating Poetry Gatherings, signed by the Leader of the Islamic Emirate, has been published in the Official Gazette.

Comprising two chapters and 13 articles, this law specifically outlines the procedures for holding poetry gatherings, the content of poets’ works, and the duties of the evaluation committee.

According to the law, poets are required to adhere to Islamic and ethical principles before and during poetry gatherings.

They must refrain from insulting religious sanctities, inciting division among ethnic groups or languages, promoting un-Islamic behaviors, or criticizing the decisions of the Leader of the Islamic Emirate.

The law emphasizes that poets should focus their works on Islamic principles, Sharia-based policies, strengthening the unity of the Islamic Ummah, and promoting religious values.