Cairo:An Irish delegation focused on interfaith dialogue recently visited Egypt’s Dar al-Ifta and Al-Azhar Observatory to gain insight into their initiatives promoting religious coexistence and combating extremism.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the delegation was received by Grand Mufti Nazir Ayyad and included Ireland’s Ambassador to Egypt, as well as representatives from the Christian-Muslim Center for Understanding and Partnership.

During the visit, Ayyad detailed Dar al-Ifta’s efforts in issuing religious opinions that endorse citizenship, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence while actively countering extremist ideologies. The delegation also toured Al-Azhar Observatory, where Director Reham Salama shared the institution's strategies against online extremism, showcasing its publications and monitoring reports available in 14 languages.

The visit aimed to enhance collaboration and exchange expertise between Egyptian and Irish religious and cultural bodies.