On Friday 31^st May 2024, an interfaith event was held at the San Anton Presidential Palace Malta, where religious leaders in Malta had the opportunity of reading out their messages of peace-building. The event was moderated by Dr John Berry and was concluded with heartfelt Address of Her Excellency Myriam Spiteri Debono, President of Malta. Her Excellency emphasized the need of peace-building not only for own communities but for the entire humankind. Her message of ‘Hope’ is truly a way forward in promoting peace and harmony within our societies and around the globe.

During this august event, Imam Laiq Ahmed Atif, president Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Malta also read his following message.

Your Excellency the President and Apostolic Nuncio, esteemed religious leaders and distinguished guests,

Asslamoaleikum wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatohu — may Peace and infinite blessings of Almighty Allah be upon you all.

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, Ever Merciful

‘All praise belongs to Allah, Lord of all the worlds, the Gracious, the Merciful, and Master of the Day of Judgment.’ (Quran, 1: 1-4) ‘He is the Sovereign; He is Pure and purifies others. He is safe from all impurities and safeguards others. He is the Source of Peace for all.’ (Quran, 59:24) ‘Allah calls to the abode of peace, and guides whom He pleases to the straight path.’(Quran, 10:26) ‘Surely all believers are brothers. So make peace between brothers, and fear Allah that mercy may be shown to you.’ (Quran, 49:1)

We believe that: God is love, God is peace! Love can never beget hatred, and peace can never lead to war. Therefore, our message is: LOVE FOR ALL — HATRED FOR NONE.