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Pope Francis trip to Asia
![The Vatican’s Diplomacy in Central Asia The Vatican’s Diplomacy in Central Asia](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2022-10-03-142024.jpg)
The Vatican’s Diplomacy in Central Asia
By Michel Chambon
Pope Francis’ recent trip to Central Asia cemented the importance of Asian countries in the Vatican’s global strategy – and the pope’s willingness to engage with political issues.
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Pope Francis Preaches Anti-Nuke Message in First Japan Visit in 38 Years
By Thisanka Siripala
Pope Francis brought recognition to Japan’s “hidden” Christians while bearing pro-refugee and anti-nuclear messages of peace.
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Pope Ends Japan Visit on Personal Note
By Nicole Winfield and Mari Yamaguchi
Pope Francis visited a Jesuit community in Tokyo that could have been his, had an early dream of being a missionary come true.
![Nagasaki, the Center of Catholicism in Japan, Prepares to Welcome Pope Francis Nagasaki, the Center of Catholicism in Japan, Prepares to Welcome Pope Francis](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat-100699182-8828dca9c6-z.jpg)
Nagasaki, the Center of Catholicism in Japan, Prepares to Welcome Pope Francis
By Associated Press
From ‘Hidden Christians’ to the 1945 atomic bombing, Nagasaki’s Catholic community has a long and often tragic history.
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A New Chapter in Myanmar-Vatican Relations
By Jonathan T. Chow
The restoration of diplomatic ties comes with Pope Francis' offer to help with peacebuilding in Myanmar.
![Pope Francis: Modest Diplomatic Gains in Asia Pope Francis: Modest Diplomatic Gains in Asia](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2014-08-20_13-55-18.jpg)
Pope Francis: Modest Diplomatic Gains in Asia
By Steve Finch
The diplomatic breakthroughs were small but steady during the pope's first visit to the region.
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