VATICAN CITY
National Catholic Register
Libero Milone had only been in the new post two years during which time he faced a number of challenges, including resistance to more rigorous audits.
Edward Pentin
The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Holy See’s auditor general, Libero Milone.
In a statement released today, the Vatican said by “mutual agreement” the Dutch-born financier’s “collaborative relationship” with the Holy See ended yesterday, but did not give any reasons.
It added that the search for his replacement would begin “as soon as possible.” Milone was the first auditor general after the position was set up by Pope Francis in 2014 and the office given statutes the following year.
His departure is surprising as just three months ago, he reportedly said he had no regrets since accepting the assignment in 2015. On the contrary, he said he was ready to go “all the way with great enthusiasm” and that he was “highly motivated by the privilege of being available to the Pope.”
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