This morning the Holy Father Francis received in audience, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Captains Regent of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino, Their Excellencies Alessandro Cardelli and Mirko Dolcini, who went on to meet with His Eminence Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, accompanied by Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States.

During the cordial discussions, satisfaction was expressed for the fruitful cooperation between the Holy See and the Republic of San Marino. Some issues of common interest concerning the international scenario were discussed, such as relations with Europe and the prospects of multilateral diplomacy. Particular attention was paid to the health emergency and the current vaccination programme in the Republic, to family policies and birth rate support, as well as to the issue of emigration and humanitarian corridors.

The two Parties confirmed their wish to continue their fruitful collaboration at bilateral level and in the context of the international community.