Reported about 1 month ago
East Timor's President José Ramos-Horta views Pope Francis' upcoming visit as a chance to enhance the nation's global profile rather than a moment to confront historical clerical abuses. In an interview, he expressed optimism for progress on a key energy project with Australia and called on the U.S. and China to act as supportive powers in the region. Despite the nation's extensive clergy abuse history, he believes the pope's visit will validate the faith of the largely Catholic population and boost tourism.
Source: YAHOO