"At a time when much of the rest of the world is starting to wake up to the repression, mendacity, and dangers of the …"

"The agreement just renewed between the Holy See and China is not [a peace accord] between the two sides: it is not th…"

"Finally, the agreement did not address the issues of the legalization of ‘underground’ bishops not recognized by the …"

"The document makes no provision for any papal role in the process, not even a papal right to approve or veto episcopa…"

"The deal, which is part of Pope Francis's vision to expand the Catholic Church's following across the world, would he…"

"Supporters argue that the deal represents a step forward as it unites Catholics in China under the authority of the p…"

"As part of the 2018 agreement, the Vatican legitimized Chinese priests and bishops whose loyalties remain unclear, co…"

"Backers of the deal argue that it was never meant to address all outstanding issues, but was an important first step …"

"The Vatican has defended the accord against criticism the pope sold out the underground faithful, saying the deal was…"

"Little is known about the precise terms of the arrangement, except that it involves input from the Chinese government…"