On September 1, 2025, Pope Leo XIV appointed Monsignor Jain Méndez, an Indian priest, as the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
OPMusik–Dominican Communications Philippines proudly raised the Philippine flag on the world stage at the Rome-hosted Catholic Music Awards on July 27, securing two major international accolades.
The Vatican's Joseph Ratzinger–Benedict XVI Foundation (Fondazione Vaticana Joseph Ratzinger–Benedetto XVI) has appointed Father Thomas Vadakkel, an Indian priest, to the International Committee for the celebrations marking the 100th birth anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI.
