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Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Marek Zalewski as the first Resident Papal Representative in Vietnam, according to the Holy See’s announcement on December 23, as reported by VNA. Archbishop Marek Zalewski, who joined the diplomatic service of the Holy See in 1995, has served in various countries. He was appointed as the Apostolic Nuncio to Singapore and the non-resident Papal Representative in Vietnam in 2018. During his tenure as the non-resident Papal Representative in Vietnam, he visited and conducted pastoral activities in almost all dioceses of the Catholic Church in Vietnam. He also met with representatives from ministries, sectors, and local administrations nationwide. Archbishop Marek Zalewski, first Resident Papal Representative in Vietnam. Photo: Vietnam Episcopal Council Vietnam and the Holy See have made progress in bilateral relations, particularly since establishing a regular dialogue mechanism through their Joint Working Group in 2009. Numerous meetings...

The square is designed with an open space and stunning lighting systems, with the aim of making the city unique and distinct. It was officially inaugurated on Phu Xuan Street, Tan Phu Ward, marking the fifth anniversary of the establishment of Dong Xoai. The construction of the square, which cost VND50 billion (US$2.06 million) from the city’s budget, spans an area of 21.9 hectares. The square consists of a spacious yard, a 6,000-square-meter area for events and festivals, a performance stage, a sports zone, a flower garden, and a recreational and entertainment section. Among the key features of the square are a water music stage and 10 LED screens. A water music stage spotlights the square in Dong Xoai City, Binh Phuoc Province, southern Vietnam. Photo: An Binh / Tuoi Tre The opening ceremony on Thursday night featured an array of captivating performances, including modern dances, Then singing (a traditional art form combining literature, music, and dancing), and hat ch...