Pope Francis plans a 12-day, 30,000 km trip to Indonesia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore in September, the Vatican announced.
Pope Francis plans to visit Indonesia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore in September, the Vatican announced, confirming his longest trip of 11-year papacy. The visit, which will take place from Sept. 2-13, is set to test the 87-year-old pope's health, stamina, and mobility, covering around 30,000 kilometers in total. The trip includes stops in Jakarta, Indonesia; Port Moresby and Vanimo, Papua New Guinea; Dili, East Timor; and Singapore.
April 12, 2024
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