Syukran, Alhamdulillaah.

Al-Fatihah to the late Dato’ Philosopher D’Outreach Professor Dr. Halo-N.

Once again, Gual Periok Foundation is honored to organize the World Philosophy Day 2025 together with WPF Malaysia and Institute of Al Quranic Philosophy at the Renaissance Kuala Lumpur, on 20th of November 2025.

The gathering is not merely a gathering of distinguished minds, but a convergence of wisdom, reflection, and a shared aspiration for a better world. Philosophy, in its truest essence, is the art of questioning, of seeking truth beyond appearances, and of discovering meaning within the complexity of human life. In this age of rapid technological progress and global uncertainties, philosophy becomes ever more vital. It calls upon us to pause, to reflect, and to ensure that humanity is guided not by haste or profit, but by wisdom, justice, and ethical responsibility. This Forum is more than a celebration of intellectual inquiry.

It is also a reaffirmation of our shared responsibility as global citizens. Here in Kuala Lumpur, a city of cultural harmony, we come together across traditions and disciplines to ask timeless questions: Who are we? What values guide us? What legacy shall we leave for generations to come? Let today be a day of dialogue, of respectful exchange, and of visionary thought. May the discussions within these halls inspire new pathways for peace, sustainability, and human dignity.

On behalf of the organizing committee, I extend our gratitude to all participants who join us today. Together, let us make this Forum a milestone of thought, dialogue, and renewed human purpose.

May today be remembered as a day of enlightenment, unity, and inspiration, where knowledge meets responsibility, and where philosophy continues to light the path forward for humanity. Welcome to the World Philosophical Day 2025. May today’s reflections inspire tomorrow’s transformations.