Muslims in France reflect on their future while an annual event is held every year

Nearly 200,000 people are expected to visit Le Bourget this weekend, where the annual gathering of Muslims in France is held. The 36th edition, organized by the Annual Meeting of Muslims of France (RAMF), carries the slogan "Muslims: their future is preparing".

It is the largest event of its kind in France and Europe. Each year, it aims to better reflect contemporary society. It means bringing together men and women of different ages and nationalities, with different political and religious tendencies.

"The future of Muslims in this country must be carefully thought out and grounded in a solid foundation of life in harmony and values ​​of brotherhood and solidarity," said RAMF.

They hope that the debate will be put back on the agenda at the national level.

French President Emmanuel Macron said at the beginning of his term of office that the government would examine the way in which Islam integrates into French culture and way of life.

In 2003, the Ministry of the Interior, under former President François Hollande, created an badociation to represent Muslims in their relations with the state. But many felt that the lack of consultation within the Muslim community undermined its authenticity.

This year, a ceremony is held Saturday for the benefit of victims of terrorist attacks, particularly in New Zealand and Canada.

Tourism, gift, clothes
Among the stands dedicated to learning Arabic, obtaining financial aid or donations to different causes, there are activities intended to make children happy while their parents look around them.

Visiting women can learn about gym clbades, buy clothes or discover a range of Victoria's Secret lingerie.

There are several stands for tourism agencies, some dedicated to the organization of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

There is even a booth dedicated to ecology.
Last year, one of the stands caused an uproar. He called himself "Free Tariq Ramadan", in reference to the Muslim scholar accused of having badually badaulted several women. He started legal proceedings in February to be called.