Lebanon PM visits Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of Lebanon, visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (SZGM) in Abu Dhabi.

He was accompanied by Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President; Dr. Ghassan Salamé, Minister of Culture of Lebanon; Fouad Chehab Dandan, Ambassador of Lebanon to the UAE, and his accompanying delegation.

The Prime Minister of Lebanon, accompanied by Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, began his tour by visiting the tomb of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who promoted tolerance, coexistence and peace throughout the world, followed by the mosque’s halls and sections, where he was briefed by cultural specialists about its mission to spread the values of coexistence, tolerance and acceptance, as promoted by the Founding Father.

While exploring the mosque’s Islamic architecture, he was also told about its history and its role in showcasing Islamic culture and reinforcing international cultural dialogue.

At the end of the visit, SZGM officials offered Dr Salam a copy of the book “Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace,” a publication that captures the mosque’s architectural magnificence and features award-winning images from the “Spaces of Light” Award.

Separately, the Museum of the Future welcomed Dr Salam as part of his official visit to the UAE.

During his visit, Dr Salam was accompanied by Majed Al Mansoori, the Executive Director of the Museum of the Future.

He was introduced to the museum’s unique architecture, which stands as an iconic and global icon of engineering and design.

The Prime Minister gained insights about the museum’s role as an international hub for future foresight and a platform that brings together decision-makers, innovators, and thinkers from around the world.

Dr Salam, along with his accompanying delegation, explored the museum’s latest exhibitions, which showcase cutting-edge scientific discoveries, technological advancements, and immersive experiences that invite visitors to imagine the future of humanity.

He was also briefed on the museum’s mission to transform knowledge into real-life experiences, its role in fostering global dialogue, and the museum’s efforts in supporting initiatives that contribute to building a better future for upcoming generations.

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