Manila, April 30, 2025 (AFP) - Filipino cardinal, the 'Asian Francis', is papal contender

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2025-04-30

Asia's front-runner for the papacy, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines is a charismatic moderate often dubbed the "Asian Francis". Tagle, 67, who shares with Pope Francis a history of advocating for the poor, migrants and other marginalised people, is known for his missionary spirit and pastoral focus. Wearing glasses with a youthful air and ready smile, the cardinal nicknamed "Chito" is a popular figure among the fervently religious......

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