Mozambique at the Vatican

Today, Thursday 4 December 2014, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father, Pope Francis received in audience the President of the Republic of Mozambique, His Excellency, Armando Emilio Guebuza, who subsequently met with the Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin, accompanied by Monsignor Antoine Camilleri, Under-secretary for Relations with States.

During the cordial discussions, the good relations between the Holy See and the Republic of Mozambique were highlighted. In this context, reference was made to the fundamental contribution of the Catholic Church to the development of the country through her educational and healthcare institutions, and her important role in the promotion of peace and national reconciliation.

Finally, attention turned to various regional challenges, such as disarmament and the struggle against poverty and social inequality.