Parolin congratulated Trump on his election victory and said the first issue on which the Vatican would collaborate with Trump was peace. (romereports.com). On May 13, the pope said about meeting Trump: "...talk about common things and go on. Step by step. Peace is handcrafted." (catholicnewsagency.com) Pope Francis wants the world to see him as a “moral authority” for peace and be more involved in international negotiations. At one time, Parolin reportedly considered creating an “Office for Papal Mediation” for that purpose. (mondayvatican.com)