Pope Francis Arrives in Timor Leste, Welcomed by Jose Ramos, Xanana Gusmao
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9 September 2024 18:29 WIB
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Pope Francis arrived in Timor Leste on Monday, September 9, 2024. He was greeted by President Jose Ramos-Horta, Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao, the Vatican Apostolic Nuncio to Timor Leste Monsignor Miguel Barreto, and Cardinal Virgílio do Carmo da Silva.
Accompanied by the Holy See's entourage, Pope Francis continued his apostolic journey from Papua New Guinea to Timor Leste aboard a New Guinea Airplane. Prior to his departure to Timor Leste, the Pope had the opportunity to interact with the youth community and indigenous groups in Port Moresby.
Upon his arrival in Timor Leste, Pope Francis was greeted by the enthusiastic and joyful welcome of the local residents. The streets of Timor Leste, from the international airport to the Apostolic Nunciature, were filled with residents eager to welcome Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
They carried flags and umbrellas and wore T-shirts adorned with images of Pope Francis. Banners featuring the face of the Argentine Pope were prominently displayed throughout the streets.
“Viva Il Papa (Long Live the Pope!)” the residents chanted along the streets.
Pope Francis will stay in Timor Leste until Wednesday, September 11, before continuing his journey to Singapore. On Monday, he will meet with President Ramos-Horta. The Bishop of Rome will also engage with local authorities and civil society groups during his visit.
FRANCISCA CHRISTY ROSANA
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