Italy
The Grand Imam participates in the third academic forum titled, “East and West: Towards a civilizational dialogue”
This visit came within the Grand Imam's sponsorship of rounds of dialogue between the East and the West. His Eminence attended the Third Academic Forum under the title, “East and West: Towards a Civilizational Dialogue,” and delivered a keynote speech on “Dialogue among Civilizations and Emphasis on the Values of Peace.” His Eminence also met Pope Francis to discuss concerted efforts to promote a culture of coexistence and peace, dismiss violence, hatred, intolerance and Islamophobia, and support the poor and the vulnerable. Within the activities of the visit, Al-Azhar Grand Imam met the Italian Prime Minister, Paolo Gentiloni, to discuss coordination of efforts between Italy and Al-Azhar Ash-Sharif.