INTRO: Beijing has expressed condolences over the death of Pope Francis and reiterated its willingness to continue improving relations with the Vatican.
Under Pope Francis, Beijing and the Holy See achieved a historic breakthrough in 2018 after decades of strained relations, signing a provisional agreement on the appointment of bishops in China. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Under Pope Francis, Beijing and the Holy See achieved a historic breakthrough in 2018 after decades of strained relations, signing a provisional agreement on the appointment of bishops in China. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
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