Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh met today in Cairo with the Egyptian Minister of Endowments, Dr. Osama Al-Azhari. The meeting, attended by Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh bin Eid Al-Husseini, marks the beginning of Dr. Al Al-Sheikh's visit to Egypt, where he leads the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's delegation at the 35th International Conference of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs. The discussions between the two ministers focused on enhancing cooperation in various fields to advance Islamic work. Dr. Al-Azhari expressed his deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia's participation in the conference, acknowledging the Kingdom's influential role as a leader in Islamic affairs and its promotion of tolerance, moderation, and balanced discourse. The conference, scheduled for August 25-26, is being held under the patronage of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and will feature over 100 participants, including ministers, muftis, and repre sentatives of Islamic organizations from more than 60 countries. Source: Saudi Press Agency
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