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Will China and the Vatican announce a new agreement on bishop appointments before October 2028?
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China and Vatican Extend Agreement on Bishop Appointments for Four More Years on October 22
Oct 22, 2024, 09:02 AM
China and the Vatican have agreed to extend their provisional agreement on the appointment of bishops for an additional four years. The agreement, originally signed in 2018, has been renewed twice before, in 2020 and 2022. The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced the extension on Tuesday, October 22, with spokesman Lin Jian confirming the decision. The Vatican also confirmed the extension, emphasizing its commitment to respectful and constructive dialogue with China to further develop bilateral relations.
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Further extension • 25%
Renegotiation • 25%
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Improved bilateral relations • 25%
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