Poland at the Vatican

This morning, His Holiness Pope Francis received in audience the Prime Minister of Poland, Her Excellency Ms. Ewa Kopacz, who subsequently met with His Excellency, Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States.

During the course of the cordial discussions, the serene and efficient cooperation in preparation of His Holiness’ s planned visit to Poland in 2016 for the occasion of World Youth Day was appreciated. The positive contribution of the Church in Poland in the current socio-economic context was then discussed, as well as some ethical issues.

As the conversation continued, there was an exchange of views on the international situation, with particular emphasis given to the Ukraine.