On Saturday, the Vatican and China renewed their frequently criticised accord for the appointment of bishops in the Asian nation, where the government has long cracked down on religious believers.
In a brief statement, the Holy See announced the most recent, two-year extension of the 2018 agreement.
In order to advance bilateral ties and advance the Catholic Church's mission as well as the interests of the Chinese people, it was said that the Vatican was committed to engaging in "constructive discussion" with China on the implementation of the agreement.
Since the Chinese Communists' ascent to power in 1951, the two parties have not maintained diplomatic ties.
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