Pope Francis Concludes 12-Day Asia-Pacific Tour

Pope Francis concluded his 12-day tour of Asia-Pacific on Friday, marking his longest trip since becoming pontiff over 13 years ago. Despite health challenges, including reliance on a wheelchair due to knee and back issues, he maintained a rigorous schedule with over 40 events across Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. The pope emphasized climate change action and interfaith dialogue, notably visiting a mosque in Indonesia to promote peace and solidarity. In Singapore, he celebrated the nation's interfaith harmony and urged respect for immigrant workers, while avoiding controversial topics like capital punishment. His journey, initially planned for 2020, involved significant travel and delivered messages advocating for social justice and support for the marginalized. With lively engagements, he encouraged young people to take risks and embrace dialogue across different faiths, underscoring that all religions ultimately lead to God.