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Which countries did Pope John Paul II visit during his first trip abroad?
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Pope John Paul II waving to pilgrims, September 10, 1989.
During his first trip abroad, which took place between January and February 1979, Pope John Paul II visited the following countries:
During this journey, he met with bishops from Latin America to emphasize the importance of religion and human rights, including personal dignity and religious freedom.1