Kardinal Pietro Parolin

Kardinal Pietro Parolin, born on January 17, 1955, in Schiavon, Italy, is a prominent Roman Catholic prelate who has served as the Secretary of State of the Vatican since 2013. He is known for his diplomatic expertise and role in advancing the Holy See's foreign relations, including significant engagements with various countries. Parolin has been a key figure in the Vatican's efforts to promote peace and dialogue in international conflicts. He was recently in the news during the closed funeral rites for Pope Francis, where he was present among other high-ranking officials to honor the late pontiff.