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The former head of state Joaquim Chissano invite all Mozambicans who recognize the contribution of the former Archbishop of Beira, Dom Jaime Gonçalves, in the search for peace in Mozambique to follow their example.Chissano made this exhortation on Saturday in Beira, the provincial capital of Sofala, during the funeral of Bishop Jaime Gonçalves, who died last April 6 chain, due to illness."The message that all Mozambicans who know that Don Jaime has dedicated his episcopate, above all, peace in Mozambique and beyond, should continue to carry out this work to bring peace and reconciliation to our country," Chissano said `reporters .The former President of the Republic signed the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (AGP) with Renamo leader Afonso Dhlakama in 1992 in the Italian capital, Rome, which put an end to the war of 16 years between the government and one that is now the largest political opposition force in Mozambique, a negotiation process that saw the involvement of Don Jaime Gonçalves, representing the Catholic Church.By way of tribute to the Emeritus Archbishop of Beira, Chissano reiterated his thanks for his contribution in the pursuit of peace and development.

"I remember his appeal last time I was at the Catholic University when he (Don Jaime) asked if it is difficult for brothers to sit and talk, to unite their efforts for the development of the country, that nothing should be obstacle to Mozambicans to understand, "he said.The meeting between Chissano and Bishop Jaime Gonçalves took place during the celebrations of the 20 / the anniversary of the Catholic University of Mozambique (UCM). On behalf of the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique, he was co-fundadador UCM on 14 September 1995.In a message of eulogy, UCM recognized the qualities of Don Jaime Gonçalves, stressing that his work and life 'bears witness to their love that was pre-past in his every gesture along his busy life.'In this context, the UCM honored the Archbishop "for his tenacity in the decisive contribution in the process of consolidating peace in Mozambique."The funeral of Bishop Jaime Gonçalves were witnessed by several personalities of political, religious, academic and the population in general.