Pope Francis Tackles Climate Change on Historic Tour

Pope Francis is set to address climate change during his 12-day trip to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. Key issues include rising sea levels, intense rains, and soaring temperatures, all of which pose serious threats to these countries' populations, economies, and ecosystems.

Pope Francis is embarking on his longest foreign trip yet, focusing on the urgent issue of climate change as he visits Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore over 12 days.

In Indonesia, rising sea levels threaten densely populated coastal regions. The country is already relocating its capital from Jakarta to a more sustainable location. The National Research and Innovation Agency has warned that many islands could be completely submerged by the century's end.

Singapore could see its waters rise by more than a meter, straining flood defenses. Papua New Guinea and East Timor face extreme weather events like intense rains and soaring temperatures that threaten local economies and health. Pope Francis aims to bring global attention to these pressing climate-related challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)