Bishop Pietro Wu Yishun's ordination seems to reflect improving relations between Beijing and the Vatican in the context of their Provisional Agreement
The decision, approved by both Beijing and the Vatican, is a positive step in the difficult relationship between the Chinese government and the Catholic Church.
The Archbishop of Beijing expected in a few days to return Chow's visit to the Chinese capital in April. Words to the diocese from the new cardinal after his journey to Rome for the Consistory and Synod: