There are around 8-12 million catholics in China, a decently large amount. Of these catholics, however, they're separated between two entire factions, one which is controlled by the Chinese state and installs its own bishops and another underground faction that rejects state control and remains loyal to Vatican rule.
However this Wednesday, before his usual audience, Pope Francis urged Catholics in China to stay loyal to the Vatican.
Source:
Reuters
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