Pakistan Advocates for Culture of Peace at UN Vesak Day Commemoration

New York, During the International Day of Vesak celebrations, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Munir Akram, called for the promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, which he described as beneficial for humanity, particularly future generations. The event, co-organized by the Permanent Missions of Sri Lanka and Thailand, served as a platform for discussing peace and mutual understanding globally.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Representative Akram emphasized the significant influence of Buddha’s life and teachings, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, which is rich in Buddhist heritage. He noted that the Indus Valley civilization, part of present-day Pakistan, flourished with Buddhism for over 2000 years. Akram highlighted that Buddha’s teachings on compassion, wisdom, peace, and non-violence are timeless principles essential for human coexistence, and he used the occasion of Vesak Day to reaffirm a commitment to these values.