” ““It was really exciting for me, it touched my heart. I spoke with the Pope about many issues, such as the belief that the Catholic Church plays a key role in our society and in our Europe. It is the bearer of fundamental values and, as such, it is in full agreement with the Council of Europe, which is a community of values, committed to promote democracy, the respect of human rights and the constitutional state”. René Van der Linden, president of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, tells SirEuropa (old.agensir.it) about some highlights of the private audience he had on Monday 3rd April in the Vatican. In an interview, which will be online from tonight, the Dutch Catholic politician confirms they exchanged ideas “about intercultural and inter-religious dialogue and the relations between the Holy See and the CoE”. “In addition, we also dwelt adds the interviewee on some international issues, such as the support we have to give to the poor countries”. Has the Pope replied to your invitation? “I have no certain replies nor any date admits Van der Linden. But I must say the Pope looked pleased when he received the invitation. It would be great if he accepted”.
