Prime Minister’s meeting with the Grand Mufti of Egypt

Prime Shri Narendra Modi met the Grand Mufti of Egypt His Eminence Dr Shawky Ibrahim Allam on 24th June 2023 during his State Visit to Egypt.

The Grand Mufti fondly recalled his recent visit to India, and highlighted the strong cultural and interpersonal ties between India and Egypt. The Grand Mufti also appreciated the Prime Minister’s leadership in promoting inclusiveness and pluralism.

Discussions also focused on issues relating to social and religious harmony in society and the fight against extremism and radicalisation.

The prime minister said India would set up a center of IT excellence at Dar-al-Ifta under Egypt’s social justice ministry.

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