ASIA/MYANMAR - Resignation and succession of bishop of Pekhon

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Vatican City (Agenzia Fides) - The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Pekhon, Myanmar, presented by Bishop Peter Hla.
He is succeeded by Bishop Felice Ba Htoo, until now coadjutor bishop of the same diocese. (EG) (Agenzia Fides, 2/2/2026)