Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Meets with Al-Azhar Grand Imam
Mohamed Mandour
On the sidelines of the Arab Media Summit—held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, met with Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders.
During the meeting, He welcomed the Grand Imam, wishing him continued health and well-being. He expressed deep appreciation for His Eminence's tireless efforts and Al-Azhar's pivotal role in advancing tolerance and human coexistence, fostering a culture of mutual respect, and conveying the true essence of Islam—a faith rooted in noble values and a message of compassion, harmony, and peaceful living.
Also present at the meeting were Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee (NOC), and Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.
The discussion underscored the UAE's strong commitment to promoting shared human values and nurturing a global culture of coexistence, dialogue, and peace. The leaders highlighted the importance of building bridges of understanding and reinforcing the foundations of harmony and reconciliation worldwide.
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