By Rehan Khan
ISLAMABAD, Aug 26 (APP):The
Grand Imam, Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayyeb, Sheikh of A
l-Azhar Al-Sharif, on Monday received Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, at his office on the sidelines of the 35th International Conference of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs being held in Cairo.
The meeting was also attended by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Egypt, Sajid Bilal, and senior officials from A
l-Azhar Al-Sharif.
During the meeting, Salik briefed the
Grand Imam on the efforts of the Government of Pakistan towards promot
ing interfaith harmony, fostering peace, brotherhood, and unity within the country. He expressed Pakistan’s deep respect and admiration for His Eminence, recalling the cherished memories of the
Grand Imam’s one-year stay in Pakistan.
The discussions also covered potential avenues for further cooperation between Pakistan and A
l-Azhar Al-Sharif in promoting a peaceful, progressive, and welfare-oriented interpretation of Islam. The situation in Gaza and Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, and their implications for regional and global peace, wer
e also addressed.
The
Grand Imam appreciated Pakistan’s participation in the conference and welcomed the proposal for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and A
l-Azhar in spreading peaceful and progressive Islamic teachings.
Both sides agreed to accelerate existing collaborations, ensuring continued interaction in the months ahead. Salik also extended an invitation to the
Grand Imam to visit Pakistan at his earliest convenience.
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