Cairo: The President of the Arab Parliament H.E. Mohamed bin Ahmed Alyammahi praised the enlightenment and intellectual role of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif during a meeting with His Eminence the Grand Imam Prof. Dr. Ahmed El-Tayeb, Sheikh Al-Azhar Al-Sharif. Al-Azhar provides numerous lectures and forums aimed at raising awareness and promoting religious understanding to individuals from around the globe. H.E. Alyammahi also commended the Grand Imam's overseas tours and meetings with international officials, noting their significant contribution to spreading the true image of Islam, fostering intercultural dialogue, and highlighting common humanitarian challenges.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the meeting took place at Al-Azhar headquarters in Cairo, focusing on potential cooperation between Al-Azhar Al-Sharif and the Arab Parliament. They discussed efforts to promote awareness among youth, preserve their Arab identity, protect them from extremist ideology, and support women.
During the discussions, the President of the Arab Parliament lauded the Grand Imam's role in defending Arab and Islamic issues, particularly the Palestinian question. He highlighted the Imam's advocacy for the Palestinian people in international forums, especially considering the ongoing genocide and massacres they have endured for over fifteen months.
The President further acknowledged the Grand Imam's commitment to promoting the Arabic language's teaching at all educational levels. This initiative is seen as crucial for preserving Arab cultural identity amidst external influences on Arab societies.
His Eminence the Grand Imam Prof. Dr. Ahmed El-Tayeb emphasized the need for solidarity and integration among Arab and Islamic nations. He stressed the importance of overcoming division and discord to maintain Arab and Islamic unity, particularly in response to the persistent terrorist aggression against innocents in Gaza, ongoing for more than fifteen months.