Overview

• The Vatican's Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, congratulated U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on his election victory.
• Parolin expressed hopes that Trump would demonstrate 'great wisdom,' a key virtue for leaders according to the Bible.
• The Vatican official highlighted the importance of Trump working to unite the country amid significant polarization.
• Pope Francis has previously criticized Trump's immigration policies, labeling them 'against life.'
• This congratulatory message marks the Vatican's first diplomatic response to Trump's election win over Democrat Kamala Harris.