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Closer Beijing-Vatican ties spell trouble for Taiwan
The Vatican has recently agreed to continue making compromises with Beijing regarding the mutual recognition of bishop appointments.The Holy See wishes for an outcome similar to the situation in Vietnam, where it coexists smoothly with communist authorities. However, the Chinese government has an agenda of its own – one that would have the Vatican cut ties with Taiwan.
Western democracy needs Christian values
Dear Subscribers and Readers: traditionally, Geopolitical Intelligence Services publishes its final text of the year on Christmas Eve and resumes regular activity on January 2. This time around, we have selected Lord David Alton’s inspired essay as our final offering in 2017. We believe it captures the season’s spirit by ...
Tolerating persecution of Christians destroys lives and free societies
Around the world, but especially in the Middle East, Christians are coming under attack. According to some estimates, more than 80 percent of all religious discrimination is directed against Christians. However, Western politicians remain silent. Failure to address this issue and defend the rights of Christians where they are persecuted ...
Global Outlook 2017: Defense of Christian values
Western civilization again entered a dangerous period of disarray. It is weakened internally by overindulgence and self-doubt, and besieged by forces hostile to its bedrock values of liberty and tolerance. The West can reverse the decline, though, by resolutely returning to its Christian roots.
Walls: a symbol of decline
Donald Trump is using the imaginary threat posed by Mexican immigrants to scare voters, and has proposed building a wall on the southern border of the United States. The EU’s deal with Turkey on refugees serves a similar purpose, as do the fences now being built in several European countries.
