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WorldPope Leo approves Tagle as first Asian dean of Catholic cardinals

The Vatican said Friday that Pope Leo approved Filipino Cardinal Luis Tagle’s election as dean of the Catholic Church’s College of Cardinals. Tagle is the first Asian cleric chosen to lead the group, which will one day select Leo’s successor.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-10-09 11:15Original

Pope Leo approves Tagle as first Asian dean of Catholic cardinals
Pope Leo approves Tagle as first Asian dean of Catholic cardinalsWorld