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ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 3, 2015 /Standard Newswire/ -- At a ceremony held on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Paris at the Arab World Institute, HRH Princess Lalla Meryem, on behalf of HM King Mohammed VI, decorated Khalil Merroun, rector of Evry mosque, Michel Serfaty, rabbi of Ris-Orangis and Michel Dubost and Evry bishop, with Wissam Al Arch of third class (officer).
Speaking at the opening ceremony, President of the Arab World Institute Jack Lang said that awarding these wissams is a symbolic gesture that illustrates how Morocco is a country characterized by its commitment to the values of diversity and tolerance, and a melting pot of various cultures.
For his part, Secretary General of the Council of Jewish Communities in Morocco and the kingdom's Ambassador-at-Large Serge Berdugo underlined that this ceremony brings hope and comfort, especially as it comes at a particular moment following the terrorist attacks in Paris.
He also highlighted the project of the rehabilitation of Jewish cemeteries, which was launched in 2010 at the initiative of HM king Mohammed VI, lasted four years and involved 167 sites in 14 regions of the Kingdom, noting that this initiative has had an impact on hearts and memories.
French Prime Minister Manuel Valls, who also attended the event, said that by this gesture, HM the King honors not only France, but also brings together three religions that share the same messages. He also expressed his satisfaction with the strong friendship between Morocco and France.
