Vatican City, 5 February 2016 (VIS) –
This morning the Holy Father Francis received in audience, in the
Vatican Apostolic Palace, the president of the Republic of Zambia,
Edgar Chagwa Lungu, who subsequently met with Cardinal Secretary of
State Pietro Parolin, accompanied by Archbishop Paul Richard
Gallagher, secretary for Relations with States.
During the cordial discussions, the
good relations between the Holy See and the Republic of Zambia were
noted. The Parties focused on the contribution of the Catholic Church
through her educational, social and healthcare institutions, as well
as her collaboration in combating poverty and social inequality, and
the promotion of peaceful social and religious co-existence through a
culture of dialogue and encounter. Attention then turned to themes of
common interest, including migration, climate change and the
protection of the environment.
Finally, mention was made of the
international situation, with special attention to the conflicts that
affect various areas of Africa and the commitment of the country to
the peace processes in the Region.
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