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Minister Tkatchenko Announces Preparations Underway For Papal Visit
Saturday 20 April 2024
The Government of Papua New Guinea, the Catholic Bishops Conference and the Vatican, have begun preparations for the historical visit by head of the Catholic Church, and Head of State of the Vatican City, Pope Francis, in September this year.
Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. Justin Tkatchenko announced that an inter-government agencies committee responsible for the Papal visit, has been working since January on the preparations for the week-long visit to ensure that it is a success and a memorable one.
He said the visit of the Pope would be completely different to the normal programs for state visits for the heads of State and heads of government and other VIP guests.
Minister Tkatchenko said the Holy See will be accorded an official state visit with a 21-gun salute, guard of honour and respect.
“We’ve got the right people in the right place and we have all very experienced Papua New Guineans who have handled all the visits from the Royal Family to Heads of governments and Heads of State,” Minister Tkatchenko said.”
The Catholic Bishops Conference has recently confirmed the visit by His Holiness Pope Francis to PNG from 6-9 September, 2024.
Archbishop of Port Moresby Cardinal Sir John Ribat said the four-nation visit planned in 2020 was deferred due to Covid19.
Cardinal Ribat said it’s good news for the Christians because he is a State and a spiritual leader for everyone.
“His visit brings hope and encouragement and also it is a blessing to us.”
“We have to ensure that this visit is not only memorable for him but also for all of us,” Sir John said.
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