Pope Leo made a day trip to Monaco, a tax-free microstate known as a haven for billionaires and their luxury yachts, and urged its residents to share their wealth and help those in need. This is the first pope in nearly five centuries to visit the wealthy enclave. He met with Prince Albert, Monaco's head of state, and gave him a colourful artwork created by the Vatican's mosaic studio. The pope also praised Albert's decision to veto a bill that would have legalized abortion, a move strongly opposed by the Church. Despite the papal tour being marked by high-profile protocol and excitement, few spectators were present.