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China congratulates Pope Leo on election, hopes for 'dialogue'

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost at the St Peter's Basilica. [AFP]

China on Friday congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election to head the Catholic Church, saying Beijing hoped to continue "constructive dialogue" with the Vatican.

"It is hoped that under the new pope's leadership, the Vatican will continue to engage in constructive dialogue with China and conduct in-depth communication on international issues of mutual concern," foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said.

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