This afternoon, His Holiness Pope Tawadros II received Ambassador Albaro Erantho, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Egypt, at the Papal Residence in Cairo.

His Holiness presented an overview of the history of the Coptic Orthodox Church, its spread around the world and its presence in Spain. His Holiness also referred to the spiritual and social role of the Church.

Meanwhile, Ambassador Erantho stressed Spain’s interest in peace and tolerance and that it rejects hatred and acts of violence.
He thanked His Holiness the Pope for his wisdom, effective role, and the role of the Coptic Church in preserving the nation’s peace and peaceful coexistence.

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