Vatican City, 10 September 2015 (VIS) –
Today the Holy Father Francis received in audience His Highness Sheik
Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, prime minister of the State of
Kuwait, who subsequently met with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro
Parolin, accompanied by Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, secretary for
Relations with States.
During the cordial discussions, various
themes of mutual interest were reviewed, including the positive
contribution that the historical Christian minority offers to Kuwaiti
society. The Parties also focused on the importance of education in
promoting a culture of respect and peaceful coexistence between the
different peoples and religions.
A Memorandum of Understanding between
the Secretariat of State and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the
State of Kuwait was then signed by Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher and
Sheik Sabah Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, first deputy prime minister and
minister for foreign affairs. With this instrument the Parties
undertake to consolidate and strengthen bilateral relations in order
to favour mutual collaboration, peace and regional and international
stability.
The agreement further strengthens the
bonds of collaboration in the political and cultural spheres, and
offers tools for consultation between the Parties. It entered into
effect immediately upon signing.
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