It was a pleasure to meet up again with FERAM and its president in Paris for a dinner debate on the Vatican's role in international relations. The evening provided a valuable opportunity to discuss with civil society their expectations for a peaceful world and to highlight the Holy See's work through its extensive network in education, humanitarian aid, and assistance to the most disadvantaged. It was a constructive dialogue that demonstrated the Vatican's moral and diplomatic influence on the international stage.

A memorable meeting at the Geneva Diplomatic Club with Mr. Lech Wałęsa, 1983 Nobel Peace Prize winner, co-founder of the Solidarność movement, and former President of the Republic of Poland from 1990 to 1995. This meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views with a major historical figure in the struggle for freedom and democracy in Eastern Europe. A lesson that resonates all the more in light of the contemporary challenges facing democracy.

We gathered at an event organized by the Diplomatic Club in Geneva, which provided a valuable opportunity to review the Agency's program and strategic directions. In the coming months, we will significantly strengthen our action in the field of sport, which we consider, along with culture, to be a diplomatic tool of the highest order. Through its ability to transcend borders, bring people together, and convey universal values of respect, fair play, and solidarity, sport is a privileged vehicle for dialogue and mutual understanding on the international stage. This dimension will be at the heart of our future initiatives and partnerships.