The "State of the World," 2010 Edition
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In keeping with tradition, the event -- uniquely held in the Sala Regia of the Apostolic Palace -- was highlighted by the pontiff's annual summary of the Vatican's areas of geopolitical attention and concern, which has become known as the "State of the World."
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PHOTOS: Reuters(1); AP(2)
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