The Vatican

Sister Raffaella Petrini to be President of Vatican City State

It is now official and confirmed: Sister Raffaella Petrini will assume the office of President of the Vatican City State as of March.

Rome Reports-February 17, 2025-Reading time: < 1 minute
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Her appointment will take effect upon the retirement of the current incumbent, Spanish Cardinal Fernando Vérgez, who will leave the post at the age of 80. With this appointment, Sister Raffaella Petrini will mark a milestone in the history of the Vatican, assuming a responsibility of great relevance in the administration and government of the Holy See.


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