Pope Francis arrives in Papua New Guinea, country two of 12-day trip

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on September 6, 2024
Pope Francis arrived in Papua New Guinea from Indonesia on Friday evening, continuing his extensive 12-day tour across Southeast Asia and Oceania. Greeted by Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso, he will address political leaders and visit Vanimo before traveling to East Timor and Singapore. The pope's visit emphasizes environmental...

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Published on September 7, 2024 -  00:58
Pope tells Papua New Guinea leaders natural resources must benefit 'entire community'
Pope Francis delivers a pointed warning to Papua New Guinea's leaders that the country's sizable resource wealth must benefit all -- a politically charged demand in a nation where many believe their riches are being stolen or squandered. "These goods are destined by God for the entire community", the pontiff told a gathering of politicians, diplomats and civic leaders on the first full day of a visit to the South Pacific nation.

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