Samameri Agganyani (Christa Bentencierder), Council Member German Buddhist Union, Germany

Buddhism has spread into Germany about a century ago, however the German Buddhist Union has been founded only ten years ago. Right now, the country is hoping to open up a school that will teach Buddhism philosophy.

Dr. Patricia Gaden, Former President Buddhist Union, France

Humanity is currently suffering from pain and other vices, but the teaching of the Lord Buddha will be able to brush away the suffering. Dr. Gaden hopes the conference will be a successful one and be able to bring peace to the world.

Most Ven. Thich Tri Quang, Vice President of All Vietnam Buddhist Sangha Executive Council

The conference this year has shown that Buddhist ideals are being applied in all corners of the globe. Knowledge and ideas on dharma are being exchanged and carried out. This is a special occasion where Buddhists can come together and offer optimal benefits to the world with the principles of Buddhism.

Most Ven. Ching Hsin, Rector of Ching Chueh Buddhist Sangha University, China Taipei

The world today is full of violence and conflicts, and the outcome is catastrophic as there will be losses of many lives. It is clear that war is abominable and cruel. This conference will enable Buddhism to be the starting point for bringing peace back to the world.

Most Ven. Bhikshu Jnanapurnik, Vice President of All Nepal Bhikkhu Association, Nepal

This is an auspicious occasion to celebrate the 60th anniversary of His Majesty the King?s Accession to the Throne.

Everyone can follow and carry out the teaching of Buddhism, and they can unite and bring peace.

Most Ven. Zhing Liang, President of the Buddhist Association of China, China Taipei

The goal of Buddhism is to create peace and unity. The religion encourages compassion and sympathy. The world will be peaceful if people are compassionate, caring and merciful.

Most Ven. Khamba Lama Dambajav Ch, Khamba Lama, Dashichoilling Monastery, Ulaan Baatar

The teaching of Buddhism aims at bringing peace to the world. Currently, the world has many problems, and people must work together and be sympathetic to solve these problems, with the Buddhist principles in mind.

Phra Rajmedhaporn, Acting Rector Mahamakut Buddhist University Bangkok, Thailand

The Day of Vesak is an important day for Buddhism, as it is the day the Lord Buddha was born, enlightened and passed away. The Lord Buddha was not selective in preaching to any group of people. The Buddhist society is a peaceful society, and therefore, the UN has declared that Visakha Puja Day is an international day of peace.

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