Dedicated Muslims long to see the different Muslim countries united in one Islamic entity that puts into effect the provisions of Shari`ah. This hope is achievable if devoted Muslims seriously take wise calculated steps.

In the real world, however, we have tens of disconnected Muslim countries, each isolated and independent from the other. These countries make every effort to deepen divides between their respective citizens, inventing slogans and sometimes exploiting history to emphasize their disunity. Some Muslim states treat Muslim foreigners with much less respect than non-Muslim foreigners.

The only way to achieve unity is for its proponents to spread Islamic awareness within their respective states, revitalize the values of Muslim fraternity, and demand their governments to apply the rules of Shari`ah. As Muslim activists progress and gain greater influence on their governments, the closer Muslim countries will be and the more they will cooperate with one another. As time passes, already existing Islamic entities — such as the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Arab League, and the Organization of Islamic Conference — will become more active. This may give rise to a new, stronger Muslim bloc that will help the countries hold a united stance on major issues and policies, leaving internal affairs to be decided by each country, as is the case with the European Union.

Such endeavor to realize unity among the Muslim countries does not contradict the individual Muslims' loyalty, love, and defense of their homeland. On the contrary, it is a true expression of loyalty; all Muslims hold dear their country because it is part and parcel of the larger Muslim world to which they belong. They realize that small countries, with their limited space and population, cannot preserve their independence from imperialist states and globalization. The emergence of a major Muslim bloc will protect the small countries against being exploited and subjugated. Hence, Muslims' aspiration to unity among existing Muslim countries reflects their concern for the sovereignty of their homeland.