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1. Which country did Pope Francis visit first during his historic four-nation Asia-Pacific tour?
Pope Francis began his historic four-nation Asia-Pacific tour with a visit to Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority country. This significant visit highlighted the importance of inter-religious dialogue and peaceful coexistence in the region. The tour is notable for its focus on addressing global challenges such as religious discrimination and environmental issues like climate change. The visit to Indonesia is particularly historic as it marks the first papal visit to the country in over 40 years, underscoring the Pope's commitment to fostering peace and understanding among different faiths.