The Holy See Press Office has announced several appointments made by the Holy Father. Archbishop Franco Coppola has been appointed as the apostolic nuncio in Hungary, a position that was previously held by him in Belgium and Luxembourg. The Holy Father has also made an appointment to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, naming Reverend Father Avelino Chicome Bundo Chico, S.
J. as an under-secretary. Reverend Father Chico, S. J. was born in Angola and entered the Society of Jesus in 2002, he was ordained a priest in 2014 and made his perpetual vows in 2026. These appointments are part of the ongoing organization and leadership of the Holy See.
The Holy See Press Office released this information, providing details on the new roles and backgrounds of the appointed individuals.