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The Vatican is ready to renew its deal with China. Privately, officials admit they’re walking a tightrope.
Gerard O’Connell September 15, 2020
Vatican officials have publicly defended the agreement with enthusiasm. Privately, they are more sober in their analysis.
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Syro-Malabar synod urges dioceses to set up cremation facilities in India
Anto Akkara, Catholic News Service September 10, 2020
The COVID-19 situation in India has been worsening; India, with more than 4.3 million cases, is now second after the United States.
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Hong Kong cardinal: Keep opinions on political issues out of sermons
Catholic News Service September 02, 2020
In a sermon, Hong Kong's cardinal warns against the clergy getting entangled in the political arena.
A young woman is pictured in a file photo near her hostel in Yangon, Myanmar. (CNS photo/Myat Thu Kyaw, Reuters)
FaithVatican Dispatch
Myanmar’s religious leaders appeal for peace and the common good
Gerard O’Connell July 13, 2020
The appeal was signed by the more than 40 of the foremost religious figures of this majority-Buddhist state, including Cardinal Charles Maung Bo.
Politics & SocietyVatican Dispatch
Head of Asian bishops: Pray for Hong Kong amid China crackdown
Gerard O’Connell July 02, 2020
Cardinal Charles Maung Bo has appealed to Christians and all people of faith “to pray for Hong Kong” following the imposition by China of a new national security law.
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Rohingya refugees threatened by pandemic, Caritas warns
Junno Arocho Esteves - Catholic News Service June 26, 2020
Among those who are suffering the most during the pandemic are the Rohingya community, according to Caritas.
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