In Geneva, during a side event at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, Morocco's ambassador to the Holy See, Rajae Naji Mekkaoui, showcased the «Moroccan model» of religious coexistence as a unique example of diversity and unity recognized internationally.
Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, after a long illness. His first and last visit to Morocco in 2019 focused on strengthening interfaith dialogue and promoting peace, where he met King Mohammed VI and emphasized unity between Christians and Muslims.
An interfaith iftar event in Brussels sparked controversy, with some critics accusing it of turning Catholic spaces into areas outside their intended purpose. Similarly, a similar initiative in Milan faced backlash from far-right groups, though it was supported by others as a symbol of integration and interfaith dialogue.