Should the Vatican City exist as a separate, sovereign state?

The main reason of the existence of Vatican City can be found in what is called the Roman Question. The existence of the State of Vatican City is related but different from the Holy See, which is essentially the Catholic Church. In pratical terms the State exists to support the independence of the Church. read more

The main reason of the existence of Vatican City can be found in what is called the Roman Question. The existence of the State of Vatican City is related but different from the Holy See, which is essentially the Catholic Church. read more

The Vatican City State was founded following the signing of the Lateran Pact between the Holy See and the fascist Italy on February 11, 1929. These were ratified on June 7, 1929. Its nature as a sovereign State distinct from the Holy See is universally recognized under international law. read more

1. Vatican City is the smallest country in the world. Encircled by a 2-mile border with Italy, Vatican City is an independent city-state that covers just over 100 acres, making it one-eighth the size of New York’s Central Park. Vatican City is governed as an absolute monarchy with the pope at its head. read more