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Al Etihad
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Nahyan bin Mubarak receives outgoing Egyptian Ambassador
30 May 2025 18:15 ABU DHABI (WAM) Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, received Sherif Issa, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE, on the occasion of the end of his the meeting, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak expressed his appreciation for the ambassador's efforts in strengthening bilateral relations between the UAE and also highlighted the significant progress witnessed in recent years across various areas of cooperation, crediting the continuous coordination and shared vision of the two nations' Egyptian Ambassador conveyed his appreciation and gratitude to the UAE's leadership and people for the support and collaboration extended to him throughout his praised the UAE's remarkable cultural and developmental progress, describing it as a regional and global model of success. At the end of the meeting, Sheikh Nahyan wished the ambassador success in his future assignments and reiterated the enduring fraternal ties between the UAE and Egypt that continue to serve shared interests and enhance regional security and stability.
Gulf Today
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Sheikh Nahyan attends Easter celebrations at Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi
In a spiritual atmosphere marked by love, faith and unity, Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the Easter celebrations on Saturday evening at St. Anthony's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Abu Dhabi. The event, held at the invitation of the church, was attended by religious and diplomatic figures, including Sherif Issa, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE. Sheikh Nahyan was welcomed by Reverend Beshoy Fakhry, clergy members, and members of the Coptic community. Reverend Beshoy expressed gratitude for Sheikh Nahyan's presence, describing it as a continuation of the humanitarian values instilled by the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. In his address, Sheikh Nahyan extended warm Easter greetings and highlighted the occasion as a time for reflection, peace, and shared human values. He praised the UAE–Egypt relationship, calling it a model of fraternal cooperation and mutual respect, and reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to promoting tolerance and coexistence. He also conveyed appreciation to the Coptic Church under the leadership of His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, acknowledging its contribution to social harmony and spiritual guidance. Ambassador Sherif Issa delivered a message from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, expressing best wishes to the Coptic community and gratitude for their contributions. He commended Sheikh Nahyan's consistent presence and support, which he described as a reflection of the UAE's inclusive values. The evening featured hymns and performances by children that reflected the values of Easter -- light, love and forgiveness. The event concluded with prayers for peace and blessings for the UAE, Egypt and the region, reinforcing the UAE's values of religious tolerance and cultural diversity. St. Anthony's Cathedral continues to play a key role in promoting intercultural understanding and spiritual unity, serving as a cornerstone of the Coptic community's presence in the capital. WAM
Sharjah 24
20-04-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Nahyan bin Mubarak attends Easter at Coptic Church in Abu Dhabi
Attendance by religious and diplomatic figures The event, held at the invitation of the church, was attended by religious and diplomatic figures, including Sherif Issa, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE. Sheikh Nahyan was welcomed by Reverend Beshoy Fakhry, clergy members, and members of the Coptic community. Honouring UAE's humanitarian legacy Reverend Beshoy expressed gratitude for Sheikh Nahyan's presence, describing it as a continuation of the humanitarian values instilled by the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. A message of peace and coexistence In his address, Sheikh Nahyan extended warm Easter greetings and highlighted the occasion as a time for reflection, peace, and shared human values. He praised the UAE–Egypt relationship, calling it a model of fraternal cooperation and mutual respect, and reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to promoting tolerance and coexistence. Appreciation for the Coptic Church Sheikh Nahyan also conveyed appreciation to the Coptic Church under the leadership of His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, acknowledging its contribution to social harmony and spiritual guidance. Message from Egyptian President Ambassador Sherif Issa delivered a message from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, expressing best wishes to the Coptic community and gratitude for their contributions. He commended Sheikh Nahyan's consistent presence and support, which he described as a reflection of the UAE's inclusive values. Cultural performances and final prayers The evening featured hymns and performances by children that reflected the values of Easter—light, love, and forgiveness. The event concluded with prayers for peace and blessings for the UAE, Egypt, and the region, reinforcing the UAE's values of religious tolerance and cultural diversity. St. Anthony's Cathedral: A symbol of unity St. Anthony's Cathedral continues to play a key role in promoting intercultural understanding and spiritual unity, serving as a cornerstone of the Coptic community's presence in the capital.
