Pope Francis Embarks on Historic Journey to Mongolia

Pope Francis has arrived in Mongolia for his 43rd international Apostolic Journey. The visit to Mongolia, a predominantly Buddhist country with a small Christian population, aims to strengthen the Catholic Church's presence and address issues such as religious freedom and visa regulations for missionaries. The Pope's visit also highlights Mongolia's commitment to being a nuclear-weapon-free zone and the country's environmental challenges, including pollution caused by mining and poor air quality in the capital city.