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Pope Francis demands declarations of honor from his staff
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Pope Francis wants to take action against corruption in the Vatican.
Managers will have to make a declaration of honor in the future, as the Vatican announced.
Cardinals in top positions in the Curia and high officials must therefore sign in future that they will not be investigated for tax evasion or corruption.
You may not be convicted of such crimes or for fraud, terrorism and exploitation of minors.
They are also prohibited from investing their wealth in tax havens or investing money in companies that violate Catholic social doctrine.
Managers have to sign the declarations when they are hired - and again every two years.
No more expensive gifts
The media portal “Vatican News” also pointed out an innovation that applies to all members of the Curia: it is forbidden to accept gifts worth more than 40 euros.
The 84-year-old Pope has tightened the financial and anti-corruption rules several times.
In spring 2020, Francis issued a new economic code with rules for public contracts.
In addition, Francis obliged his administration to be frugal and transparent when shopping.
The new papal letter - a so-called motu proprio - begins with the sentence: "According to the presentation of the Holy Scriptures, fidelity in small things is related to fidelity in important things." Struggling real estate deals.
ptz / dpa / AFP