China And Vatican Sign Agreement On Appointment Of Bishops
The "provisional" deal — signed in Beijing by deputy foreign ministers on both sides — gives the Holy See a say in naming of bishops, and grants the pope veto power over candidates.
by Doreen McCallister
Sep 23, 2018
1 minute
After decades of tensions, the Vatican and China have signed a "provisional agreement" on the appointment of bishops.
The deal â signed in Beijing by deputy foreign ministers on both sides â gives
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