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# Patr. Porfirije Meets U.S. Envoy in Belgrade
- URL: https://uoj.news/news/86985-patr-porfirije-meets-us-envoy-in-belgrade/
- Published: 2026-04-25T14:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-25T16:11:37.000Z
- Description: Patr. Porfirije and U.S. Special Representative Paola Zampolija underscored faith and identity as foundations for stronger Serbian-American cooperation.
- Author: Tobias Straney
- Tags: #Category: News, Serbian Orthodox Church, Serbia, Patriarch Porfirije of Serbia

**BELGRADE, SERBIA —** Patr. Porfirije received Paola Zampolija at the Patriarchal residence, where the two held a [cordial meeting](https://www.facebook.com/patrijarhporfirije/posts/pfbid0geC7dyARZJki9xpBfkqCKWU5BRzssATqwJYD3Qi488yKkEPGmvyuXDFtKMhyZcL2l?rdid=IjCScnxubV1d7mLa) focused on strengthening ties between their nations.

Discussions centered on the historic friendship between the Serbian and American peoples and the potential for expanding cooperation in various fields. Zampolija expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet with the spiritual leader of the Serbian Orthodox Church and to exchange perspectives on shared values and future collaboration.

[![](https://uoj.news/content/images/2026/02/86985-patr-porfirije-meets-us-envoy-in-belgrade-image-883689ea975a.jpg)On this topicPatr. Kirill Congratulates Patr. Porfirije on Fifth Anniversary of Election](https://uoj.news/news/86490-patr-kirill-congratulates-patr-porfirije-on-fifth-anniversary-of-election/)

Patr. Porfirije emphasized that deeper cooperation is best fostered when nations remain grounded in their Christian faith and cultural identity. He noted that such foundations provide a stronger basis for mutual understanding and lasting partnership between peoples.

Previously, the [UOJ reported](https://uoj.news/news/86407-patr-porfirije-preaches-humility-at-the-church-of-st-sava/) that Patr. Porfirije preached humility at the Church of St. Sava.