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“World peace is the gift of gifts that never dies. That is why one should always look for peace, which we find in God and true friendships like we have here in Korea and other places in the world. The world peace that God has created is necessary for all of us.”
“By holding individual spiritual and moral values, universal and human values, by ensuring human rights and by cooperation, I am sure we can achieve our vision of a peaceful world.”
“The only way to improve moral quality and avoid disasters is to raise up the intrinsic awareness inherent in every human being.”
“The idea whose time has come is that peace can come only by way of forgiveness.”
“Let us move forward, realizing the opportunity presented to us to build and develop concrete plans of action for the common good of all humankind—one family under God.”
“We should not live for short-term profits; we have to think about the future—a good future for our children and grandchildren. I am confident that the joint efforts of humankind can do it.”
“Timor-Leste believes that genuine dialogue between the parties involved can contribute to enhancing mutual trust, thereby decreasing the tension and paving the way for a peaceful solution.”
“Israel's unique society and culture, large-scale and advanced “military incubator,” strong economy, government support, and "global-first" market approach are just a few of the factors that make Israel's innovation ecosystem one of the most successful in the world. Additional attributes of the Israeli ecosystem include highly innovative approach, strong R&D capabilities, an educated and skilled workforce, increasing government assistance, significant tax benefits, a flourishing venture capital market, and a flexible, adaptable, and creative economy.”
“It is my great privilege to stand before you this evening and humbly accept the 2020 Sunhak Peace Prize. I’m incredibly grateful for this esteemed honor, and it is quite meaningful to follow in the footsteps of the previous luminary awardees you have bestowed this honor upon.”
“The vision of a peaceful life together is the central message of every religion and is integral to the mission of every religious community. This is the reason I call on all religious leaders to raise their voices prophetically for peace based on justice and to speak boldly against the wave of hatred and oppression making its way across the globe today.”
“[I]n these times of havoc and uncertainty, no task is more urgent than to promote dialogue in order to ease tensions and foster mutual understanding. We also have to advocate the peaceful coexistence of people.”
“As the Eurasian Council for International Cooperation and Security (ECCS) develops and takes on a formal structure, it will become a venue to encourage economic growth, promote tourism and impart to nations and the region a renewed hope for sustainable peace and development.”