While speaking to Vatican Radio, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, congratulated the new president and hoped that his government 'can truly be fruitful.'
FULL STATEMENT:
'I think, first of all, we respectly note the will expressed by the American people, in this exercise of democracy that, as I've heard, was also characterized by a large turnout. ;
As such, we send best wishes to the new president, so his time in office and government can truly be fruitful. ;
Be assured of our prayers, so the Lord enlightens and sustains him in the service of his country, of course, but also for well-being and peace in the world. ;
I believe that today there is indeed a need for everyone to work to change the situation in the world, which is a serious laceration, a severe conflict.'
