Vatican seeks to establish a permanent office in China, advancing diplomatic relations.
The Vatican seeks to upgrade relations with China, with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin stating a desire to establish a permanent office in China, marking a major diplomatic upgrade. Pope Francis has made normalizing relations with China a priority, building on a 2018 agreement on appointing bishops. The Vatican could consider new diplomatic formulas for its potential China envoy.
May 20, 2024
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