In pictures: Pope Francis in Papua New Guinea
- Pope Francis called for better treatment of workers in Papua New Guinea, emphasizing the country’s resources are targeted by international companies.
- The Pope hopes tribal violence will end, allowing lives to improve without more victims.
- He advocated for sustainable development of natural resources, ensuring local needs are considered in wealth distribution.
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Visiting Papua New Guinea, pope says natural resources must benefit all
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea — Pope Francis visited Papua New Guinea Saturday, where he called for vast natural resources to benefit the "entire community" — a politically charged demand in a nation where many believe their riches are being stolen or squandered. Addressing political and business leaders, the 87-year-old pontiff hailed his hosts as being rich in culture and in natural resources — a nod to vast reserves of gold, copper, nickel, …
Pope Urges Enhanced Care for Indigenous Peoples in Papua New Guinea
Pope Francis emphasized the urgent need to tackle climate change during his visit to Papua New Guinea, a Pacific Island nation threatened by rising ocean levels. Pope Francis meets with local communities at the Caritas Technical Secondary School in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Photo by Alessandro Di Meo/EPA-EFE The Pope’s visit began on Friday and comes as many islanders in coastal areas face potential relocation due to rising sea levels. Thi…
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AskanewsPort Moresby (Papua New Guinea), Sept. 7 (askanews) - Thousands of faithful welcomed Pope Francis with songs and dances in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. The pontiff is the protagonist these days of a 12-day marathon in the Asia-Pacific region, with visits to Indonesia, East Timor and Singapore to promote interreligious dialogue and embrace the regions on the outskirts of the world.
Pope Francis told Papua New Guinea's leaders on Saturday that the country's vast natural resources must benefit the entire community.
Pope Francis to receive Argentine welcome in remote Papua New Guinea town
PORT MORESBY (Reuters) – Pope Francis will arrive in one of the world’s most remote Catholic communities in Papua New Guinea on Sunday to something approaching home – a group of Argentine missionaries who plan to welcome him with a steaming cup of “mate”, a traditional South American herbal drink. The 87-year-old pontiff, originally from Buenos Aires, is on a 12-day tour of Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore in part aimed …
Pope Francis called for a just exploitation of natural resources in Papua New Guinea.
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