Peru at the Vatican

This morning in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father, Pope Francis received in audience the President of the Republic of Peru, His Excellency Mister Ollanta Moises Humala Tasso, who subsequently met with His Excellency, Archbishop Dominique Mamberti, Secretary for Relations with States, in the absence of Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.

During the cordial discussions, mention was made of the good relations between the Holy See and the Republic of Peru, with particular emphasis on the special role of Christianity in the formation of the identity of the country, as well as the contribution the Catholic Church has given and continues to guarantee in favour of the human, social and cultural progress of the population.

Finally, there was an exchange of views on the political and social situation in the Region, with special attention paid to the efforts made to promote full development and the protection of the environment.