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UAE President and Grand Imam of Al Azhar Discuss Climate and Religious Collaboration in Baku.


Sharjah: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Eminence Dr Ahmed El-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar: The meeting, which took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, during His Highness’ working visit to the country to participate in the COP29 climate conference, discussed the relationship between the UAE and Al-Azhar and explored collaboration efforts to enhance dialogue and mutual understanding on both regional and international levels.

According to Emirates News Agency, during their discussions, His Highness and the Grand Imam also addressed the aims of the COP29 conference, highlighting the crucial role of religious leaders and institutions in raising awareness of the impact of climate change, the importance of environmental conservation, and the need to advance global climate action for the benefit of humanity and the protection of our planet.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed his appreciation for Al-Azhar’s pivotal global role, particularly in promoting mod
eration and coexistence. The Grand Imam thanked His Highness for the UAE’s support of Al-Azhar and praised the nation’s humanitarian approach both in the region and beyond.

The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court; and Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology.

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