(VOVWORLD) - Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong on April 22 sent a message of condolences to Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, acting head of the Vatican, over the death of Pope Francis.
Francis, 88, died unexpectedly on Monday from a stroke and cardiac arrest, the Vatican said.
In a break from tradition, Francis confirmed in his final testament released on Monday that he wished to be buried in Rome's Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where many of his predecessors were laid to rest.
Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday in St. Peter's Square, Roman Catholic cardinals decided on Tuesday. The ceremony is expected to bring together leaders from around the world.