China largely silent on Pope Francis’ death amid global tributes

[ad_1] Bishop Joseph Guo Jincai (left) and Bishop Yang Xiaoting (right) at Opening of the XV Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. / Credit: Daniel Ibanez/CNA Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Apr 24, 2025 / 15:45 pm (CNA). High-ranking heads of state and Catholic bishops in China have remained notably silent following the death of Pope Francis, while reactions from political and religious leaders across the globe poured out on social media within hours of the pope’s passing on Monday morning. AsiaNews…