Pillar Peace and Security
UPF-Middle East Holds Seminar on Peace Principles
Rome, Italy—Ambassadors for Peace from various Middle East nations gathered in Rome for an advanced seminar of UPF Peace Principles.
Europeans, Eurasians Hold Fifth Dialogue in Vienna
Vienna, Austria—More than 150 people attended the fifth Eurasia-Europe Dialogue, which took place on October 30 and 31, 2015, at the Diplomatic Academy of Vienna.
UPF Participates in Oxford University Conference
London, United Kingdom—UPF was invited to participate in a program at the University of Oxford on the theme of "Challenges of a Shared World."
Charitable Prince Sets up Seminar for Nigerians in Ghana
Kwabenya, Ghana—UPF-Ghana held a one-day Peace Education seminar on October 22, 2015, for a group of Nigerians living in Ghana.
Amid Rising Tensions, Jerusalem Forum Promotes Friendship Among Religions
Haifa, Israel—More than 20 people gathered for the Jerusalem Interfaith Forum to express their mutual hope for and determination to continue their efforts to promote peace.
UPF-Japan Celebrates UN Day
Tokyo, Japan—UPF-Japan celebrated UN Day 2015 on October 17 with an event and discussion on how to implement the UN Alliance of Civilizations’ programs in local communities in the country.
India Urged to Recognize Nepal’s Constitution
New Delhi, India—UPF’s South Asia Peace Initiative organized a meeting on October 4 to express concern over and propose solutions to the deterioration of bilateral relations between India and Nepal.
International Day of Peace Observed in New Zealand
Parnell, New Zealand—UPF-New Zealand observed the 2015 International Day of Peace by holding a special forum on the current global issue of refugees.
International Day of Peace Observed in Central African Republic
Bangui, Central African Republic—UPF observed International Day of Peace 2015 by welcoming as new Ambassadors of Peace 43 leaders of an armed militia.
International Day of Peace in UPF-Chinese Region
Taipei, Taiwan—UPF organized the Cross-Strait Peace Forum in observance of the UN International Day of Peace.
International Day of Peace Observed in Finland
Helsinki, Finland—A discussion of the current European refugee crisis was the focus of Finland’s observance of the International Day of Peace.
International Day of Peace Observed in France
Paris, France—More than 70 Ambassadors for Peace and guests attended a UPF event held to mark the UN International Day of Peace.
Jerusalem Forum: The Battle of Survival for the Druze in Syria
Haifa, Israel—The Jerusalem Peace and Security Forum met on September 17 to discuss the situation of the Druze in Syria and to learn about their battle for survival.
Economic Relations Between Israel and the Middle East: Challenges and Opportunities
Jerusalem, Israel—The challenges and opportunities of economic relations between Israel and the Middle East was the topic of a discussion the Jerusalem Peace and Security Forum organized on September 2.
World Summit Focuses on Europe and Middle East
Seoul, Korea—“Challenges Facing Europe and the Middle East” were the focus of Plenary Session V of the 3rd World Summit.
World Summit Turns Attention to Asia-Pacific
Seoul, Korea—Challenges and opportunities in the Asia-Pacific Region were the theme of Plenary Session VII of the 3rd World Summit.
World Summit Examines Religion’s Role in Peacebuilding
Seoul, Korea—The final plenary session of the 3rd World Summit focused on “Religious Voices for Peace and Development.”
Keynote Speakers Address “Peace and Human Development”
Seoul, Korea—Keynote speakers in Plenary Session II of the 3rd World Summit addressed the international conference’s theme of "Peace and Human Development."
Prescriptions for Peace Offered at World Summit
Seoul, Korea—In Plenary Session III of the 3rd World Summit, keynote speakers addressed the international conference’s theme of “Peace and Human Development.”
More than 200 Dignitaries Attend 3rd World Summit Opening Banquet
Seoul, Korea—More than 200 delegates attended the opening banquet of the 3rd World Summit on “Peace, Security and Human Development,” held at the InterContinental Hotel on August 27, 2015.