Senegal at the Vatican

Today, the Holy Father, Pope Francis received in audience His Excellency, Mister Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal, who subsequently met with His Eminence, the Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin, accompanied by the Secretary for Relations with States, His Excellency Archbishop Dominique Mamberti.

During the discussions, the cordial relations between the Holy See and Senegal were noted, and the important contribution offered by the Church in the sectors of education and healthcare was underlined, as well as her generous and greatly appreciated commitment to promoting peace and national reconciliation.

Finally, there was an exchange of views on various themes of international interest, with particular reference to the current situations of crisis in the Region.