EU Ambassador to Egypt Angelina Eichhorst and Ambassadors of EU Member States visit Al-Azhar Mosque

July 10, 2025
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EU Ambassador to Egypt Angelina Eichhorst and Ambassadors of EU Member States paid a historic visit to the magnificent Al-Azhar Mosque on 9 July.  The visit began with an engaging exchange with Prof. Mohammad Al-Duweiny, Deputy Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, on joint efforts to prevent extremism, promote interfaith dialogue, strengthen messages of peace and humanity, fostering and institutionalising cooperation between the EU & Member States & al-Azhar. The discussion concluded with an insightful tour of the mosque’s rich history and enduring cultural legacy. This was a very special visit.

Countries covered:

  • Egypt
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Culture Diplomacy