Egyptians to remain steadfast in face of attempts to harm national fabric

Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of Saint Mark Diocese received on Tuesday Prime Minister Sherif Ismail, Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Mohamed Abdel Aaty who offered greetings on the Christmas.

"The Egyptian people will remain steadfast in the face of all attempts to affect the national fabric," Ismail said during the meeting.

"Egypt is determined to go ahead with its plans to build a powerful country on bases of security and stability," he added.

The Pope said the prime minister’s visit reflects the spirit of fraternity the Egyptian people are characterized with.

Source: MENA