Pope Leo welcomes the President of the Slovak Republic

Pope Leo XIV welcomes the President of the Slovak Republic Peter Pellegrini at the Vatican Apostolic Palace. With the Secretary of State, talks included mutual appreciation for the strong bilateral relations and the international context, with a focus on the war in Ukraine and its repercussions for European security.

Holy See Press Office

Today, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV received in audience His Excellency Mr. Peter Pellegrini, President of the Slovak Republic, who later met with His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of His Holiness, accompanied by the Reverend Monsignor Mihăiță Blaj, Under-Secretary for Relations with States.

During the cordial discussions at the Secretariat of State, mutual appreciation for the strong bilateral relations was expressed, particularly in light of the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Basic Agreement between the Holy See and the Slovak Republic. The commitment to supporting and strengthening social cohesion, promoting justice, and safeguarding the family was also reaffirmed.

The international context was also discussed, with particular attention given to the war in Ukraine and its impact on European security, as well as the situation in the Middle East.

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