Speeches
- Written by: Hon. Hyung Suk Kim, vice minister of unification of South Korea (2016-2017)
“When the role of the authorities in the diplomatic or military-security dimension is added along with the role of the private sector to communicate and exchange with North Korea at various levels, it will be possible to effectively bring about change in the North.”
- Written by: H.E. Maithripala Sirisena, president of Sri Lanka (2015-2019)
“Let us swear that we will not be warmongers and war criminals but peacemakers, and that we will sacrifice in whatever way required because the effects will be universal and benefit humanity forever with bestowed peace.”
- Written by: Mdm. Adi Koila Nailatikau, first lady of Fiji (2009-2015)
“At the essence of it, Koreans should lead their reunification process with guidance and support from us all.”
- Written by: Hon. Suos Yara, chairman of the Commission of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, Media and Information of the National Assembly of Cambodia
“By putting people, humanism and humanitarianism at the front and center of an inter-Korea dialogue and reconciliation, we could harvest more low-hanging fruits, which, in my humble view, is a critical step towards reaching a higher level of dialogue and reconciliation in other areas.”
- Written by: H.E. Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, prime minister of Pakistan (2008-2012)
“Enhanced inter-parliamentary efforts in tandem with conventional and track two diplomacy can provide a mechanism through which we can make a real difference in promoting shared ideals of peace and reconciliation in not just the Korean Peninsula, but also throughout conflict hotspots in the rest of the world.”
- Written by: Hon. Lord Fatafehi Fakafānua, speaker of the Legislative Assembly of the Kingdom of Tonga
“Peace is not just a destination; it is also the journey.”
- Written by: Mdm. Shiranthi Rajapaksa, first lady of Sri Lanka (2005-2015)
“Peace is the path we take for bringing growth and prosperity to society.”
- Written by: H.E. Samdech Hun Sen, prime minister of Cambodia and co-chair of the World Summit 2022
“From Cambodia’s experiences with wars and peace, I wish to emphasize that ‘No peace, no hope. No peace, no development. No peace, no respect for human rights and democracy.’”
- Written by: H.E. Ing Kantha Phavi, minister of women’s affairs of Cambodia
“Reconciliation as well as lasting peace and stability, along with truly sustainable development, cannot be realized without women’s meaningful participation and without women having a seat at decision-making tables.”
- Written by: Hon. Jose de Venecia, former speaker of the Philippine House of Representatives; founder and chairman of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP)
“We have been mobilizing the Asian political parties in hopes that we can help bridge the gap between the two Koreas by helping promote the feasibility of establishing the Korean Confederation for the two Koreas, until at some point in the future, they can become a united Republic with alternating presidency.”
- Written by: H.E. Dr. José Manuel Barroso, chair, Sunhak Peace Prize Selection Committee; prime minister of Portugal (2002-2004); president of the European Commission (2004-2014)
“History remembers the heroes who work for peace. During this time of the pandemic we need 'health for peace' and 'peace for health.'”
- Written by: Professor Dame Sarah Catherine Gilbert, vaccinologist; co-developer of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
“Wherever we live, whatever our income and whatever our political views, we must understand that viruses do not recognize these differences, and that no one is safe until we all are safe.”