Jonathan Tan

Professor of Catholic studies at Case Western Reserve University, offering insights into the history of Catholicism in China and the Vatican's relationship with the country.

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Sep 10, 2024 • 26min

The Pope’s big bet on China

Francis X. Rocca, a veteran Vatican journalist, and Jonathan Tan, a professor of Catholic studies, delve into Pope Francis’s strategic outreach to Asia, particularly the complex relationship with China’s 10 million Catholics. They discuss the evolving dynamics between the Vatican and the Chinese Communist Party, highlighting the challenges of church autonomy and the impact of a 2018 agreement on bishop appointments. The duo also explores the Pope's diplomatic mission amidst geopolitical tensions, shaping the future of Catholicism in a rapidly changing region.

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