Biden’s Scrapped Vatican Trip Highlights Symbolism of Farewell Diplomacy
COMMENTARY: A president’s choice of farewell is often more about symbolism than substance — a final effort to underscore priorities and help shape the narrative of a legacy.
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Analysis: Pope’s Peace Diplomacy in Era of Multiple Wars
With diplomatic relations spanning more than 180 sovereign states, the Holy See maintains one of the world’s most extensive diplomatic networks.
Pope Francis’ Diplomacy: Pragmatic or Idealistic?
ANALYSIS: The Holy Father’s remarks at his meeting with Russian youth became a potential battleground for a controversy that would not have emerged had the Pope not spoken spontaneously.
Strong Economy and Catholic Outlook Lead to Poland’s Expanded International Role
Deputy foreign minister says his country, the homeland of John Paul II, stands for the rights of the oppressed.
Trump Chooses Callista Gingrich as U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See
White House confirmed nomination Friday ahead of the President’s meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Wednesday.
Pope Francis and President Trump Won’t Be Meeting in May
Time constraints prevent an encounter in Rome around the time of a G7 Summit in Sicily; meanwhile speculation mounts that Callista Gingrich is soon to be appointed the next U.S. ambassador to the Holy See.
Cardinal Parolin: Holy See “Concerned” About Populism
The Vatican’s top diplomat also calls on politicians to be close to the concrete needs of real people.
Trump’s Ambassador to Holy See Expected to Be Named Soon
Ben Carson allegedly offered position but declined; very possible that the eventual candidate will be totally unexpected.
Trump’s Catholic Coalition Could Have “Very Positive Effect” on Presidency
Former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, Jim Nicholson, says the President-elect has been a “very good listener” at meetings with a Catholic coalition of advisers.
