Pope Francis receives President of Cameroon
(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis received Paul Biya,
President of the Republic of Cameroon, in a private audience at the Vatican on
Thursday.
A communique from the Holy See Press Office said their
discussions were "cordial".
"During the cordial discussions, the existing good
relations between the Holy See and Cameroon were evoked, as was the important
contribution the Church offers to the development of the country, especially in
the fields of education and healthcare. Taking into consideration the peaceful
co-existence and mutual respect between the various religious groups, attention
was focused on the importance of promoting national cohesion, enhancing the
richness of the various historic and cultural traditions of the country, with
respect for human and minority rights."
The Pope and the president also exchanged "views on
some themes of international interest, with particular reference to the current
challenges affecting the region".
President Biya subsequently met with Cardinal Pietro
Parolin, Secretary of State, who was accompanied by Archbishop Paul Richard
Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States.
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