Pope Leo XIV Makes First Priest Appointments in Interim Agreement with China

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In recent news, the Vatican announced the appointment of a new auxiliary bishop in the Fuzhou diocese of Fujian Province, China. This development comes in the wake of the interim agreement reached between the Vatican and China in 2018, following Pope Francis’ accession as the 14th pontiff.

The appointment of the new bishop in China signifies a significant step in the ongoing efforts to improve relations between the Vatican and the Chinese government. The interim agreement aimed to address long-standing tensions between the Catholic Church and the Chinese authorities, particularly regarding the appointment of bishops.

Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, expressed his views on this development, stating that the appointment of a new auxiliary bishop in China reflects a positive stride towards fostering dialogue and cooperation between the Vatican and China. He emphasized the importance of such appointments in promoting religious harmony and mutual understanding between the two entities.

Overall, the recent bishop appointment in China highlights the continued efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties and promote religious freedom within the Catholic community in the region.


Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: June 13, 2025 12:00 am