Coptic Orthodox Pope Tawadros II highlighted his excellent relationship with Grand Shaykh of the Azhar Dr. Ahmad al-Tayyīb. The Pope mentioned that al-Tayyīb is a dear friend to him and that he plays an important role in both institutions. Pope Tawadros also pointed out that the Church and Azhar are vital components of the Egyptian society in contrast to the Church and Azhar in Iraq. Egypt is in a period of transition and he is optimistic about its return to normality (Author not mentioned, al-Tahrīr, May 25, p. 15). Read original text in Arabic.