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Pope Leo XIV Appoints First Chinese Bishop, Continuing Controversial Vatican-China Accord

Pope Leo XIV's appointment of the first Chinese bishop underlines the Vatican's ongoing engagement with China, following a contentious 2018 agreement.


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  • Pope Leo XIV has appointed the first Chinese bishop, marking a significant moment in the Vatican's relationship with China.
  • This appointment is a direct result of the 2018 accord between the Vatican and Chinese authorities aimed at unifying the Catholic Church in China.
  • The Vatican expressed satisfaction with this appointment, indicating a commitment to dialogue despite previous criticisms from conservative factions.
  • The 2018 agreement allows the Chinese government to influence church leadership, raising concerns among some Catholic groups about its impact on underground believers.
  • Pope Leo XIV is now faced with questions regarding the future of this controversial accord as it continues to provoke debate within the Church.

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"…Pope Leo XIV made his first appointment of a Chinese bishop under the Vatican’s 2018 agreement with Beijing, signalling he is continuing one of Pope Francis’ most controversial foreign policy decisions."

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