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The Islamic Media Unit was setup in October 2001 to address Islamic opinion throughout the world with a special emphasis on the Arab media. The key areas it covers in Foreign Policy is (Afghanistan, MEPP, India-Pakistan, Iraq)[1] but, on the domestic front it also covers inter-faith relations and the role of the British Muslim community. The Islamic Media Unit was set-up in conjunction with the Coalition Information Centers (CIC) in the aftermath of 11 September to alleviate any future similar crisis. The unit allegedly retains access to "experts" at handling the media. and a database of regional experts which can be brought in at short notice in the event of a similar crisis. In the recent "crisis" the 'Islamic Media Unit' has provided news press releases in fluent Arabic; the aim according to the FCO is to improve public perception of Britain and its allies across the Arab and Muslim world and also within Muslim communities at home. [2]

Members

Former Head: Gerard Russel

Current Head: [[Dean McLoughlin ]]

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