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The Pope’s big bet on China

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Faith and Governance: The Catholic Church in China

This chapter explores the complex relationship between the Catholic Church and the Chinese Communist regime, highlighting the historical tensions and adaptations that have emerged since the Cultural Revolution. It examines key developments, including the establishment of the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association, the Vatican's influence on bishop appointments through a 2018 agreement, and the ongoing challenges of sinicization amid efforts to unify state-run and underground churches.

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