ABU DHABI, 26th May, 2025 (WAM) -- President Santiago Pena of the Republic of Paraguay visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Ruben Ramirez Lezcano, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay; Dr. Al Saghira Wabran Hamad Mubarak Al Ahbabi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Paraguay; Carolin Konther Lopez, Ambassador of the Republic of Paraguay to the UAE; and the accompanying delegation.

President Pena and his delegation were accompanied by Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, during their tour of the mosque's halls and exterior corridors.

The visit started with a solemn stop at the mausoleum of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, where President Santiago Pena and his accompanying delegation paid tribute to the UAE's Founding Father and reflected on his enduring legacy that laid the foundations for promoting tolerance, coexistence and peace around the world.

They were introduced to the mosque's cultural message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness, inspired by the legacy and values of the founding father. They also learned about the significant role of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in promoting Islamic culture and enhancing cross-cultural communication worldwide.

The delegation was briefed on the mosque's history, its architectural beauty, and the distinctive Islamic art that adorns its every corner. They were also introduced to the mosque's unique collections and the finest examples of Islamic civilisation, where diverse artistic and architectural designs have converged in harmony, creating a masterpiece that reflects the beauty of cultural unity.

On the sidelines of the visit, the President of Paraguay, said, "I am deeply honoured to participate and be here. It is a spiritual occasion for us, to build bridges between our cultures and peoples."

At the end of the visit, the President of Paraguay was presented with a copy of the book "Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace", the latest publication from the Centre.The book highlights the mosque's unique architectural style and takes readers on a visual journey to discover its architectural and artistic grandeur, featuring award-winning images from the "Spaces of Light" Award.