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Pope Francis said Cardinal Casaroli is his diplomatic role model. Who's that?

Pope Francis said in a recent interview that Cardinal Agostino Casaroli is his diplomatic role model. So who's Cardinal Casaroli?

Michelle La Rosa
Nov 29, 2022
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Pope Francis said Cardinal Casaroli is his diplomatic role model. Who's that?

In an interview with America Media released Monday, Pope Francis was asked about criticisms of the Vatican-China deal, under which the communist Chinese government plays a role in the appointment of bishops in the country.

Intended to promote dialogue and ease persecution of Catholics in China, the deal has faced criticism by those who argue it has borne…

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