The first to be informed is the Camerlengo, the cardinal who serves as the Vatican's acting administrator during the interregnum. It is his duty to officially verify the Pope’s death.

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The Vatican, beyond being a religious institution, has considerable influence as a sovereign entity with worldwide reach, and its decisions could impact policy, capital flows, and risk sentiment.

White smoke streamed from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world that the 133 cardinals inside have ...