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Pope Leo XIV Receives Monaco’s Prince Albert II in Formal Vatican Audience

The Vatican cast the cordial talks as a reaffirmation of ties focused on shared priorities.

Overview

  • The Holy See confirmed that Prince Albert subsequently met Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations.
  • Officials highlighted strong bilateral relations and the Catholic Church’s contribution to Monaco’s social life.
  • Discussions addressed care for the environment, humanitarian aid, and the defense and promotion of human dignity.
  • The parties exchanged views on international affairs with emphasis on peace and security, including the situation in the Middle East and parts of Africa.
  • No specific agreements were announced, and the audience was listed alongside other high-level meetings, including one with IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva.