Watchers of papal affairs believe Pope Francis is unlikely to receive a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping. Photo: EPA
Chinese President Xi Jinping ‘unlikely to observe leaders’ custom’ and meet pope during visit to Italy
- Beijing says it is unaware of plans for Xi to visit the Vatican
- Such a move would run contrary to China’s religious affairs policy
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Religion in China
Watchers of papal affairs believe Pope Francis is unlikely to receive a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping. Photo: EPA