Joseph Zen
Joseph Zen is a prominent Catholic bishop and former Archbishop of Hong Kong, known for his vocal opposition to the Chinese government's restrictions on religious freedom. He has been a staunch critic of the Vatican's diplomatic efforts with Beijing, particularly the 2018 agreement that allowed the Pope to consult with the Chinese government on the appointment of bishops, which he labeled a betrayal of the Church's teachings.
Born on Jan 13, 1921 (105 years old)
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United Kingdom:
Cardinal Joseph Zen, who baptized Jimmy Lai, was present at the court for Lai's verdict.
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Taiwan:
Cardinal Joseph Zen wrote of the difficulties of Catholic priests in China following an agreement between the Vatican and Beijing.
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United Kingdom:
Cardinal Joseph Zen, a long-time friend of Lai, was in court to support him.
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San Marino:
Cardinal Joseph Zen celebrated in a parish in the periphery marked by social problems.
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United States:
Retired Cardinal Joseph Zen of Hong Kong criticized the warming of ties with Beijing as kowtowing to an atheist regime.
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Indonesia:
Joseph Zen is a Cardinal Emeritus of Hong Kong who criticized the 2018 agreement between the Vatican and China.
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Brazil:
Joseph Zen, the former Archbishop of Hong Kong, criticized the Vatican's agreement with China as a betrayal.
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