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Pope Francis lands in Mongolia, home to tiny Catholic flock

The Vatican hopes can act as a facilitator to improve difficult relations with China

September 01, 2023 08:04 am | Updated 08:04 am IST - ULAANBAATAR

Reuters
Pope Francis arrives at the Chinggis Khaan International Airport during his Apostolic Journey in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia September 1, 2023.

Pope Francis arrives at the Chinggis Khaan International Airport during his Apostolic Journey in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia September 1, 2023. | Photo Credit: Reuters

Pope Francis arrived on September 1 in Mongolia, a predominantly Buddhist country with just 1,450 Catholics that the Vatican hopes can act as a facilitator to improve difficult relations with China.

The 86-year-old pontiff arrived at Ulaanbaatar airport on a chartered ITA Airways plane also carrying his entourage and accompanying reporters.

The first event in the capital for Pope Francis is on September 2, when he addresses government leaders and the diplomatic corps.

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