Pillar Peace and Security
Washington DC Forum: The Face of Human Trafficking
Washington, DC, USA - “The Face of Human Trafficking in America” was the theme of an Oct. 3, 2013 roundtable that addressed the domestic issues of human trafficking and how the U.S. is affecting trafficking around the world.
Conference in Moscow on Koreans' Dreams for a United Nation
Moscow, Korea - An International Conference on “The United Korea as a dream of the Korean nation” took place in Moscow at the conference hall of the hotel “Rusotel” on Oct. 3, 2012. The event marked the anniversary of the signing of the Joint North-South Korea Declaration in 2007.
UPF Seminar Builds Peace in Nigeria's Bayelsa State
Yenegoa, Nigeria - "Peacebuilding Beyond the Boundaries of Politics, Religion, Culture, Tradition, Ethnicity, Nationality and Race” was the topic of a gathering for peace and reconciliation Sept. 28-29, 2012, in Nigeria’s Bayelsa State.
Washington DC Forum: The Tragedy and Hope for Syria
A roundtable on “The Tragedy and Hope for Syria” on Sept. 26, 2013 was moderated by Hon. David Newton, former US ambassador to Yemen and Iraq and currently adjunct scholar at the Middle East Institute.
Forum on Peace and Security on Day of Peace in Riga
Riga, Latvia - UPF-Latvia marked the International Day of Peace on Sept. 22, 2012, by inviting a professor from the military academy, Gen. Karlis Kreslins, to speak on “Prospects for Peace and Security for a Sustainable Future.”
UN Day of Peace 2012 Observed in 33 Nations
Inspired by the theme "Sustainable Peace for a Sustainable Future" of the UN International Day of Peace, Sept. 21, 2012, UPF chapters in 33 nations organized programs ranging from academic forums to interreligious ceremonies to poetry contests.
Oslo Hosts Leadership Conference on Sustainable Peace
Oslo, Norway - UPF-Europe organized a European Leadership Conference Sept. 20-22, 2012 in Oslo linked to the theme of the 2012 International Day of Peace: "Sustainable Peace for a Sustainable Future."
Nepal's Political Leaders Stress Need for Consensus
Kathmandu, Nepal — "Building peace is not a spectator sport," the Vice-President of Nepal explained at the opening of a two-day International Leadership Conference in Kathmandu Sept. 1, 2012.
Washington DC Forum: The Just Third Way: Rebirth of the International Market System
Washington, DC, USA - Scholars from the Center for Economic and Social Justice in Washington DC described their proposals for bringing about a more progressive and just economic system at a forum Aug. 29, 2012.
Japan Diplomats Discuss Nuclear Power Plants
Tokyo, Japan - A year and a half since the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011, a member of the Independent Investigation Commission on the Fukushima Nuclear Accident addressed Japan's Peace Diplomats Forum on July 18, 2012.
Conferences in India Focus on Foundations for Sustainable Peace
New Delhi, India - Conferences on the theme of "Foundations for Sustainable Peace in Asia's Century" took place in four cities of India from July 3 to 9, 2012.
Washington DC Forum: Russia's Role in Stability in Eurasia and the Far East
Washington, DC, USA - Scholars and diplomats at a June 28, 2012 forum on “Security Cooperation in Northeast Asia: Russia’s Role in Stability in Eurasia and the Far East” addressed prospects for stability in Eurasia and Northeast Asia.
Korean War Veterans Meet at Museum Near Moscow
Balashikha, Russia - UPF-Russia organized a meeting of Young Ambassadors for Peace, journalists, and Korean War Veterans on June 23, 2012, marking the 62nd anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War.
Consultation in Sydney on Peace and Security in the Pacific
Sydney, Australia - An International Leadership Conference on “Consultation for Peace and Security in the Pacific” was held in Sydney June 15 to 17, 2012, to discuss critical issues facing nations in the Oceania region.
Zambian Ambassadors for Peace Comment on Draft Constitution
Lusaka, Zambia - UPF-Zambia Ambassadors for Peace held several discussions in early June 2012 at the Peace Embassy in Lusaka to brainstorm and prepare a response to the proposed Zambia constitution.
Tbilisi Forum on Peacebuilding in Multicultural Societies
Tbilisi, Georgia - A Leadership Conference on “Peacebuilding in Multicultural Societies: The South Caucasus Peace Initiative,” May 31, 2012, drew participants from Georgia, Azerbaijan, Russia, France, Japan and USA.
Conference Explores Principles for Peace and Security in Kosovo
Pristina, Kosovo - A conference in the government offices of Pristina May 28 and 29, 2012, explored how Kosovans and the international community can best support peaceful and effective state-building.
Baku Conference Promotes Peace in the South Caucasus
Baku, Azerbaijan - An international conference on “Peace Initiative in the South Caucasus: New Approaches to Peacebuilding” took place in Azerbaijan on May 29, 2012 with experts from Azerbaijan, France, Japan, USA and Russia.
Washington DC Forum: North Korea in Its Third Generation of Leadership, Prospects for the Future
A roundtable on “North Korea in its Third Generation of Leadership: Prospects for the Future,” sponsored by the UPF Office of Peace and Security Affairs, Washington, DC, was held on May 23, 2012.
Conference in Tirana on the Role of Albanians in Securing Peace in the Balkans
Tirana, Albania - In the context of the Balkan nations pursuing stability and improved relations with Europe, leaders from ten nations met in Tirana April 28 and 29, 2012, to discuss "The Role and Importance of the Albanian People for Lasting Peace and Security in the Balkans."