Interfaith Leaders Discuss Adaptation at Boao Forum 2026

Religious leaders from Buddhist, Taoist, and Islamic traditions gathered at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026 in Hainan, China, to discuss how religious wisdom adapted to local contexts can foster dialogue, harmony, and shared prosperity amid global challenges. The session, titled "Myriad Mirrors Illuminate Each Other, Harmony and Shared Prosperity: Practicing the Global Governance Initiative with the Wisdom of Religious Adaptation to Local Contexts," took place during the forum's proceedings, emphasizing interfaith cooperation for peacebuilding and cross-cultural exchange.

Moderated by Ven. Zong Xing, vice president of the Buddhist Association of China, the event drew participants from China and several Asian countries. It was organized by the Buddhist Association of Hainan Province and the Hainan Provincial Religious Affairs Bureau, with co-hosting from the China Religious Culture Communication Association, the China Committee on Religion and Peace, and the Buddhist Association of China. Duan Yijun, president of the China Religious Culture Communication Association, delivered concluding remarks, underscoring the session's focus on integrating religious insights...