Vice President Vance's morning in Rome began with a Mass in the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, the Vatican's extraterritorial zone.

Australian Government Appoints Keith Pitt as New Ambassador to the Holy See

The appointment has been met with strong support from the Australian Catholic community. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe, president of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, welcomed the decision, highlighting Pitt’s dedication to public service and his ability to navigate international diplomacy. «His experience and knowledge will undoubtedly serve him well in addressing the complexities of global affairs,» Costelloe remarked.