Historic conclave: Chinese bishops, priests brief Hong Kong clerics on Xi’s view of religion

By Greg Torode HONG KONG (Reuters) - Chinese bishops and religious leaders briefed senior Hong Kong Catholic clergymen on President Xi Jinping's vision of religion with "Chinese characteristics" in an…

Pope defends deal with China, says dialogue necessary

By Philip Pullella VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis has defended the Vatican deal with China's communist government on the appointment of Catholic bishops, saying an uneasy dialogue is better…