Pope Francis expected to visit Singapore in September


Pope Francis' tour, which was earlier expected to take place in August, will mark only the second papal visit to Singapore. - AFP

SINGAPORE: Singapore is in talks with the Vatican about a proposed visit by Pope Francis, which is expected to happen in September.

“Singapore welcomes a visit by Pope Francis,” a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman said on April 2 in response to queries from The Straits Times.

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