Asia

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  9 June 2026
  Barcelona: Pope Leo XIV follows in the footsteps of missionary architect Gaudí by Marie-Lucile Kubacki Barcelona (Fides News Agency) – “The new tower realizes the project of its architect, Gaudí, who was deeply inspired by faith. He was the first to understand art as a form of proclaiming ...
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  9 June 2026
  ASIA/PHILIPPINES - Solidarity and collection in churches to help communities affected by the earthquake in Mindanao General Santos (Fides News Agency) – Profound solidarity, immediate humanitarian aid, and unceasing prayer: this is how Catholic communities in the Philippines are showing their support for the populations devastated b ...
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  8 June 2026
  ASIA/INDIA - The "Cockroach Janata Party", new hope for young Indians Delhi (Fides News Agency) – "The Cockroach Janata Party, which went viral in just a few weeks and is very popular with young people, is a sign of hope for the country. With its original and satirical approach, it expre ...
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  6 June 2026
  ASIA/INDIA - In Tamil Nadu, a Catholic Chief Minister; the Bishop of Vellore: “We are available to collaborate for development and social harmony” Vellore (Fides News Agency) - “A major development in Tamil Nadu is having a Catholic Chief Minister. The renowned Indian actor C. Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, was sworn into office ...
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  5 June 2026
  ASIA/MYANMAR - Five bishops forced to leave the cathedral. Bishop of Pekhon: “People, tired and traumatized by the violence, pray with tears in their eyes” Vatican City (Fides News Agency) – Due to the civil war that has ravaged Myanmar since 2021, five bishops from the country's 17 dioceses have been forced to abandon their episcopal sees and cathedrals and have taken up ...
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  4 June 2026
  ASIA/MYANMAR - Karuna, "a lifesaving hand" for the poor and those displaced by the conflict for 25 years Yangon (Fides News Agency) - Karuna Mission Social Solidarity (KMSS), internationally known as Caritas Myanmar, celebrated its 25th anniversary, reaffirming its mission of charity and closeness to the poor and suffering. ...
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  3 June 2026
  ASIA/PAKISTAN - Special “Year of the Children” in Islamabad: More educational opportunities Islamabad (Fides News Agency) – Within the framework of the special “Year of the Children,” the Catholic community of Islamabad-Rawalpindi is called upon to improve the quality of education and maximize the partici ...
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  2 June 2026
  ASIA/PHILIPPINES - Unions and Catholic organizations call for the protection of workers' rights in the face of the challenges of artificial intelligence Manila (Fides News Agency) - A forum of Philippine organizations, including the Catholic-affiliated “Church People-Workers Solidarity” (CWS) and unions such as Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) and the National Federation of L ...
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  28 May 2026
  ASIA/CAMBODIA - Documents for the cause of the Cambodian martyrs in the Vatican: "A priceless spiritual heritage for the Church and the world" Rome (Fides News Agency) - "It was with profound joy that we presented Cardinal Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, with the sealed documents signed in a solemn ceremony in Phnom Penh. These docu ...
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  27 May 2026
  ASIA/INDIA - An ethical framework for Artificial Intelligence: the Indian Church welcomes "Magnifica Humanitas" as a guide for the faithful New Delhi (Fides News Agency) - Establishing an ethical framework for artificial intelligence and disarming it, placing it at the service of human dignity, and the protection of the poor and vulnerable: these are some of ...
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  26 May 2026
  ASIA/MYANMAR - Radio Veritas speaks two new languages: the "Good News" for ethnic minorities, amid displacement and uncertainty Yangon (Fides News Agency) - “Radio Veritas Asia” (RVA), the radio station of the Catholic communities on the Asian continent, is expanding its language coverage in Myanmar and launching broadcasts in Akha and Kayan ...
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  26 May 2026
  ASIA/INDIA - Instability, roadblocks, and protests in Manipur: high tensions and hostage crisis continues Imphal (Fides News Agency) - There is no peace in Manipur. According to local Fides sources, the state is experiencing a new escalation of instability and protests demanding the release of 14 Kuki and 6 Naga hostages, ab ...
• 26 May 2026
  ASIA/LAOS AND CAMBODIA - Confirmation of the Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies Vatican City (Fides News Agency) - On October 4, 2025, Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization (Section for First Evangelization and New Particular Churches), confirmed Father Paul ...
• 26 May 2026
  ASIA/MYANMAR - Appointment of coadjutor bishop of Taungngu Vatican City (Fides News Agency) - The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend Bernardino Ne Ne, of the clergy of the diocese of Loikaw, until now parish priest of Mother of God in Sondu, as coadjutor bishop of the dioces ...
• 26 May 2026
  ASIA/KOREA - Appointment of coadjutor archbishop of Daegu Vatican City (Fides News Agency) - The Holy Father has appointed Bishop Simon Jong-Gang Kim, until now bishop of Cheongju, as coadjutor archbishop of the metropolitan archdiocese of Daegu, Korea. Archbishop-elect Simon ...