Bahamas at the Vatican

This morning at the Vatican, Pope Francis received in audience the Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Perry Gladstone Christie.  Mr. Christie subsequently visited with the Secretary of State, Archbishop Pietro Parolin, and Archbishop Dominique Mamberti, the Secretary for Relations with States.

During the colloquial discussions, the theme of emigration was spoken about, and the contribution that the Catholic Church may offer to the Bahamian population, especially in the sectors of welfare and education.  The parties also expressed their hope for closer collaboration in these areas.