Themes and Topics of the First Global Buddhist Summit
Although the main theme of the summit was Responses to Contemporary Challenges: Philosophy to Praxis. There were also four sub-themes for discussions:
- Preserving Buddhist traditions of Nalanda
- Health Sustainability and Environmental Crisis
- Buddha Dhamma and Peace
- Buddha relics, pilgrimage, and living heritage
- Bilateral Initiatives
If we see this summit as a bilateral exchange this was India’s attempt to strengthen its ties with Buddhist countries like Myanmar, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Cambodia. The summit witnessed the signing of bilateral agreements like the Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (BIPA) for economic cooperation.
India also extended its help to these Buddhist nations in restoring and protecting their cultural heritage sites like the Bagan temple in Myanmar and Stupa in Nepal. India and Mongolia also announced cultural exchange programs under which 10 scholarships are to be given for studying Tibetan Buddhism to Mongolians.
First Global Buddhist Summit 2023
The First Global Buddhist Summit marks a historic milestone in the international Buddhist community, bringing together eminent spiritual leaders, scholars, and practitioners from diverse traditions and geographical locations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the First Global Buddhist Summit organized by the Ministry of Culture in partnership with the International Buddhist Confederation. He spoke at the opening session held at Hotel Ashok in New Delhi.
The Ministry of Culture organized the very first Global Buddhist Summit was inaugurated in Collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC). In a world where connectivity is more crucial than ever, this summit builds on the legacy of regional Buddhist gatherings. It emerges as a groundbreaking initiative for fostering global unity within the Buddhist faith.
Table of Content
- First Global Buddhist Summit
- Significance of the Global Buddhist Summit
- The objective of the First Global Buddhist Summit
- Key Participants of the First Global Buddhist Summit
- Themes and Topics of the First Global Buddhist Summit
- Cultural Exhibitions and Events at the First Global Buddhist Summit
- Legacy of First Buddhist Global Summit
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