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Pope Francis Embarks on Historic 12-Day Trip to Southeast Asia and the South Pacific

At 87, Pope Francis is embarking on a significant 12-day journey across Southeast Asia and the South Pacific, visiting Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, and Singapore. This trip, the longest of his papacy, emphasizes themes of inter-religious dialogue and environmental protection. During his visit, he will engage with religious leaders, including a meeting at Indonesia’s Istiqlal Mosque. The pope’s…