Madagascar at the Vatican

On Saturday morning, June 28, 2014, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father, Pope Francis received in audience the President of the Republic of Madagascar, His Excellency Hery Martial Rajaonarimampianina, 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, after expressing satisfaction with the good relations between the Holy See and the Republic of Madagascar, the Parties focused on the current phase of recovery within the country, underlining the positive contribution of the Catholic Church on the path to national reconciliation and political stability, as well as her contribution in the education and healthcare sectors. Themes of common interest were then considered, such as the struggle against poverty and social inequality.

Mention was made of the international situation and the conflicts affecting various regions in the world.