Jean-Paul Vesco
Jean-Paul Vesco is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, currently serving as the Archbishop of Algiers. Recently elevated to the rank of cardinal, he is the first cleric to attain this position since Cardinal Duval in the 1950s. Vesco has been vocal about the complex and often strained relations between Algeria and France, criticizing extreme comments made by French politicians and emphasizing the detrimental impact of colonial history on current diplomatic ties. He holds both French and Algerian citizenship and advocates for reconciliation and understanding between the two nations, underlining the importance of addressing historical grievances to foster a healthier relationship moving forward.
Born on Jan 01, 1960 (65 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| France | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 48,821 | $2,700,000 | 2,019$ |
| Totals | 1 | 65,273,511 | 48,821 | $2,700,000 | 2,019$ |
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Recent Mentions
France:
Jean-Paul Vesco is described as a cardinal and a preacher of peace between Paris and Algiers.
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Brazil:
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco found it important to converse with Prevost during the meetings.
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Brazil:
Vesco found it important to engage with Prevost to assess his candidacy based on his impressive resume.
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Ireland:
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco noted that he had to talk to Prevost on the sidelines of the meetings.
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Liechtenstein:
Jean-Paul Vesco noted the importance of his conversations with Prevost during the conclave.
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Liechtenstein:
Jean-Paul Vesco confirmed that the food was prepared without gluten for everyone's safety.
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Liechtenstein:
Jean-Paul Vesco is the Archbishop of Algiers and was a lawyer in Paris before joining the Dominican order.
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Argentina:
Cardinal Jean Paul Vesco participated in the conclave that elected the new Pope.
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Italy:
Jean Paul Vesco greeted his 4,660 followers on Facebook before retreating to Santa Marta.
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Liechtenstein:
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco expressed his hope for a pope with a pastoral profile and spoke about the Church's universality.
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