Seoul: Acting President Han Duck-soo visited the memorial altar for the late Pope Francis on Tuesday to pay tribute to the Catholic Church leader, honoring his dedication to the poor and marginalized.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Han expressed that the pope left a profound spiritual teaching and legacy of faith to the Catholic Church and believers worldwide. After offering incense at the memorial altar set up at Myeongdong Cathedral in central Seoul, Han remarked on the significant impact of Pope Francis's teachings.

"We extend our deep gratitude and condolences to the late Pope Francis, who always lived humbly and simply, and practiced love for the poor and socially marginalized," Han added, highlighting the pontiff's lifelong commitment to compassion and humility.

In a condolence message sent to Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's secretary of state, on Monday, Han conveyed that the South Korean government and its people share the sorrow with Catholics globally. The pontiff passed away on Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.