Interior Minister meets Pope Francis

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2024-06-04T17:23:46+05:00

Vatican City: Pope Francis has said that interfaith dialogue and harmony are the only solution to the problems, being faced by the world.

Talking to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who called on him at Vatican City, Pope Francis said his message for the people of Pakistan is peace and we should all work for peace and harmony. He prayed for the development and prosperity of Pakistan and expressed his best wishes for its people. He also praised the immediate construction and repair of churches after the Jaranwala tragedy.

Issues related to interfaith harmony, interfaith dialogue and promotion of peace and brotherhood came under discussion.

Describing the situation in Palestine as a matter of concern, the Pope said he gets updates about Palestine daily by having discussions with the welfare workers in Palestine.

Speaking on the occasion, the Naqvi commended the services of Pope Francis to make the world a cradle of peace. The minister informed the Pope that protection of minorities in Pakistan is our top priority. He said our religion, Prophet (PBUH), Constitution and founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah have also emphasised the protection and care of minorities. He said the minorities living in Pakistan are enjoying equal rights.

Naqvi thanked Pope Francis for taking an effective stance on the Palestine issue. He also informed the Pope about Pakistan’s sacrifices and actions in the war against terrorism.  He said Pakistani nation and armed forces have rendered unprecedented and matchless sacrifices in the war against terrorism.

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