On Monday, the Holy Father received in audience H.E. Ms. Nataša Pirc Musar, President of the Republic of Slovenia, who subsequently met with His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State, accompanied by His Excellency Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations.

During the cordial discussions, which took place in the Secretariat of State, appreciation was expressed for the positive bilateral relations, as well as for the contribution of the Catholic Church to society.

In the course of the conversation, various international issues were discussed, including the war in Ukraine and its global consequences, as well as the political situation in the Western Balkans and the future prospects of the Region in the process of European integration.

From the Vatican, May 22, 2023