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Akhannouch represents King Mohammed VI at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration ceremony

Sunday 18 May 2025 - 16:39

Aziz Akhannouch, Head of Government, acted as the representative of King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, during the official inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV. The event took place Sunday morning in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City, commemorating the new pope’s ascension to the papal throne.

The ceremony attracted numerous heads of state and government, celebrating Pope Leo XIV’s election as leader of the Catholic Church on May 8. Following the ceremony, Akhannouch exchanged greetings with the Pope, who then welcomed the delegations inside St. Peter’s Basilica.

King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to Pope Leo XIV, highlighting the historic diplomatic and spiritual relationship between Morocco and the Holy See. The King underscored the deep ties rooted in mutual respect, friendly understanding, and joint dedication to peace and coexistence.

Morocco’s commitment to promoting solidarity among monotheistic religions was emphasized, reflecting the country’s ongoing efforts to foster harmony among different peoples and cultures. The King reaffirmed his personal dedication to maintaining and strengthening the relationship between Morocco and the Holy See during Pope Leo XIV’s reign.

Lastly, the King expressed his hope that these ties would continue to grow, supporting dialogue between Muslims and Christians based on universal human values and shared teachings of the Abrahamic faiths.

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