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Denis Staunton
Irish Times Beijing correspondent. He explains the controversy around the Vatican's agreement with China and the growth of Catholicism in China.
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Apr 18, 2025
• 21min
In China, the Communist Party appoints Catholic bishops - what’s the deal?
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Denis Staunton, the Irish Times Beijing correspondent, discusses the complex intersection of politics and faith in China, focusing on the Vatican's controversial 2018 agreement with the Communist Party regarding bishop appointments. He highlights the division between the official Patriotic Church and the underground community of Catholics. Despite fears of increased Communist influence, Staunton reveals the surprising growth of Catholicism in China and the ongoing tensions that shape this evolving religious landscape.
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