Cardinal Joseph Zen
Cardinal Joseph Zen is the former Archbishop of Hong Kong and a vocal critic of Beijing's influence on religious practices in China. A staunch advocate for religious freedom, he has been an outspoken opponent of the Vatican's rapprochement with the Chinese government, expressing concerns that such moves compromise the Church's moral authority and the rights of Catholics in China.
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Recent news mentions
Cardinal Joseph Zen is also mentioned as having been arrested under the National Security law.
Former Supreme Court judge Sir William Young refuses to engage ‘in debate’ over controversial Hong Kong court role
New Zealand· 2025-05-12
Conservative stalwart Cardinal Joseph Zen used his address to decry the synodal process itself.
How George Pell could shape the outcome of the papal conclave – from beyond the grave
Australia· 2025-05-06
Cardinal Joseph Zen has been a vocal critic of Francis and the Vatican’s diplomatic rapprochement with China.
Cardinals prepare to battle over the future direction of the Catholic Church
United States· 2025-04-23
Cardinal Joseph Zen denounced the Vatican's accord with China as an 'incredible betrayal'.
Pope Francis’ China wishes would be PR win for Xi Jinping. So why hasn’t it happened?Australia· 2025-04-20
