7th Buddhist Summit of World Buddhist Supreme Conference commences under President’s patronage

The inauguration ceremony of the Seventh Buddhist Summit of the World Buddhist Supreme Conference was held yesterday at Temple Trees under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

This summit is being held in Sri Lanka according to an invitation extended by President Sirisena. Three hundred Chief Sangha Nayakas from 47 member countries, Buddhist monks, scholars and devotees attended this summit. 

The summit, which is held under the theme ‘Buddhism for World Peace’, will continue today and conclude with a cultural show which will be held tomorrow at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre. 

The summit, conducted by the World Buddhist Supreme Conference of Japan, will focus on building world peace, norms and values. A publication on further spreading Buddhism in the world will be issued at this occasion.  

Speaking at the occasion, the President said the guidance of religious philosophies was very important in building a peaceful world by minimising issues and conflicts.

He expressed satisfaction over the country’s opportunity to host this summit in Sri Lanka, where Buddhism has a long history. He said the message given to the world through this summit was timely and significant.

The welcome address was delivered by the President of the Buddhist Summit Ven. Kamba Lama Gabju Thero.

A special stamp was also issued to mark this occasion.