Blair stresses importance of interfaith dialogue

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Former British prime minister Tony Blair is in Singapore for a visit. In a speech to some 600 people from around Asia, his key message was the importance of interfaith dialogue.

The Israeli-Palestinian issue is one that galvanises many Muslims across the world. Mr Blair believes this religious issue is often exploited for political reasons.

"I think the Israel-Palestine question is so important to resolve because if you resolve it, it's a huge statement to peaceful coexistence. If you don't, that is the single issue that can be most exploited by reactionary and extreme people in order to stir up hatred between Islam and the West," said Mr Blair.

Mrs Blair is a Catholic and Mr Blair has been attending Catholic Mass and converted to Catholicism upon leaving office.

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