South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable begins in Colombo

The 2023 South China Sea Buddhism Roundtable began in Colombo yesterday.

A media briefing was held at Temple Trees yesterday to announce details of the initiative.

The discussion will be held under the theme ‘Walking together in harmony and gathering the wisdom of the Silk Road’.

The media briefing was attended by Venerable Master Yin Shun, a highly esteemed and senior monk in China, Ven. Bour Kry Thera from Cambodia, Ven Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera of Gangaramaya Temple and Transport, Highways and Mass Media Minister Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana. The event is hosted by the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo.

In this conference, the main objective is to gather people from Buddhist countries and build a strong religious bond around the world, and the exchange of educational and religious resources will also be done between the states, Ven. Kirinde Assaji Thera siad.

Addressing the media conference, Minister Dr. Gunawardhana said that China–Sri Lanka relations, which dates back to the Anuradhapura period, is mentioned in the records of Fa-Hsien Thera. Also, the Minister further said that this will further strengthen the religious integration as well as the relationship between the two countries.

The 2023 South China Buddhism Roundtable aims to bring together venerable monks, scholars, political figures, and prominent individuals from various segments of society to foster consensus and contribute to this significant occasion. A series of events from December 11 to 14 in Colombo will reinforce bonds among Buddhist communities, addressing topics such as peace and development, cultural exchanges, education, young talent and charitable initiatives.

Responding to the invitation from the Gangaramaya Temple, over 400 delegates representing 32 countries will participate in the discourse, enhancing collaboration and promoting the tourism sector. The Chinese delegation is set to visit Sri Dalada Maligawa. Subsequently, the Chinese delegation and leading members of the business community will be hosted at a special dinner at Temple Trees.

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