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Archbishop Gallagher on Diplomacy: Engaging with Dissenting Voices

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Archbishop Paul Gallagher, Vatican Secretary for Relations with States, told the BBC that diplomacy must include dialogue with dissenting voices. As the Holy See's permanent observer at the United Nations, maintaining ties with 184 countries, Gallagher advocates "positive neutrality" as a moral authority to mediate global geopolitical tensions. His remarks underscore the Vatican's diplomatic approach amid ongoing international conflicts.

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    保罗·加拉格尔大主教访谈：外交意味着与不同立场对话

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    Archbishop Gallagher says diplomacy means talking to all sides

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    Archbishop Paul Gallagher, Holy See Secretary for Relations with States, says diplomacy requires talking to people with whom one disagrees. The Vatican, a permanent observer at the United Nations, maintains diplomatic relations with 184 countries and pursues a policy of 'positive neutrality'.

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