Pope Francis has embarked on the longest overseas trip of his papacy, starting in Indonesia to foster interfaith cooperation, despite concerns over his health.
In Indonesia, where about 87% of the population is Muslim, Francis seeks to reach out to the country's minority Catholic community, showing their importance.
The plan includes meeting with President Joko Widodo, holding a mass for 70,000, and discussing religious commonality at Jakarta's Istiqlal Mosque, highlighting religious harmony.
By signing an interfaith declaration, Pope Francis aims to emphasize shared values and the vital role of Indonesia's Catholic community amid its small size.
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