VATICAN CITY — The Vatican and Vietnam have reached a definitive settlement for the Holy See to have a Resident Papal Representative in Hanoi, a joint assertion stated on Thursday, a step that would result in full diplomatic relations with the communist-run nation.
The transfer, first reported by Reuters on July 16, was introduced shortly after Pope Francis acquired Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong in a personal viewers.
The joint assertion stated the 2 sides wished “to continue advancing bilateral relations.”
According to a senior Holy See official, the Vatican has formally however privately additionally requested China to permit a everlasting papal consultant in Beijing.
Vatican officers hope that Vietnam’s acceptance may assist to influence Beijing to do the identical, diplomats advised Reuters. — Reuters
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
