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First Asian Summit Draws 400 Leaders
January 30, 2015
Manila, Philippines - Four hundred participants from 28 nations took part in the first ever Asian Summit organized by UPF.
World Summit 2014 Addresses Peace, Security and Development
August 14, 2014
Seoul, Korea - Convened at a time of heightened global concerns about security, the UPF World Summit in Seoul Aug. 9-13, 2014, addressed issues of peace, security and development.
M.W. Jenkins: Address to World Summit 2014
August 12, 2014
the only way to take the terror and the evil and the hatred out of somebody’s heart is to be strong but at the same time liberate your enemy from the evil that’s controlling them by going in and risking your life for their benefit.
J. Schlosser: Address at World Summit 2014
August 11, 2014
Major crimes were committed in the name of God. We were taught that these crimes were committed in the name of God, but God does not support these crimes. Neither does Islam, nor Judaism, nor Buddhism, nor any other religion.
S. Shushkevich: Address to World Summit 2014
August 11, 2014
We can speak about peace in Europe only in the past tense
S. Nagano: Address to World Summit 2014
August 11, 2014
It is hoped the Japan-Korea Tunnel vision will become a real impetus toward building a new and positive Japan-Korea relationship in 21st century.
E. Hennicot-Schoepges: Address to World Summit 2014
August 11, 2014
Investment in soft power, cultural diplomacy and peacebuilding missions as tools for reconciliation should be the worldwide initiative for religious and state leaders, for universities, and for each person on the globe.
UPF Summit Addresses Peace, Security, and Development
February 26, 2013
Seoul, Korea - National flags flanked a hall of the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill Hotel filled with 800 delegates from 91 nations attending UPF's World Summit 2013 in Seoul, Korea, February 22 to 25.
World Summit 2013 Presentations
February 25, 2013
Speakers at the World Assembly 2013, Seoul, Korea, February 22-25, 2013
World Summit 2013 (Program)
February 25, 2013
The World Summit was held on February 22–25, 2013 in Seoul.The program for the event can be found here. A list of speakers can be found here. A general report can be found here.
Introducing 'As a Peace-Loving Global Citizen'
June 1, 2009
Seoul, Korea - Over 3,000 leaders of Korean society and nearly 200 dignitaries from overseas gathered at the COEX center to celebrate the publication of the autobiographical memoir of one of Korea’s best-known and most controversial citizens, the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon.
International Young Leaders Summit in Nairobi Offers Vision for Renewal
March 21, 2009
Nairobi, Kenya - The International Young Leaders Summit of the Universal Peace Federation and the Youth Federation for World Peace took place March 19-21 in Nairobi, Kenya with the theme: “The Role of Young Leaders in Achieving the UN Millennium Development Goals and Peace Building in Africa.” Kenya Jaycees President Vincent Rapando reported that this was the first event of its kind in Kenya.
Rev. Sun Myung Moon Celebrates 90th Birthday in New York – and Seoul
February 1, 2009
New York, USA - The Founder of the Universal Peace Federation, the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, celebrated his 90th birthday on January 31st at the historic Hammerstein Ballroom with more than 3,700 religious, diplomatic and community leaders.
S.M. Moon: Address to the World Summit on Peace, January 2009
February 1, 2009
This is the “era of revolutionary change after the coming of heaven,” when people will no longer be beyond the influence of heavenly law. We must lead transparent lives of goodness with our every action being as clear as a crystal. We must accomplish a “pure love revolution” by educating all people about the value of absolute sexual ethic centered on God, our heavenly parent. This is the only way to pass on the lineage of goodness to all of humankind, and the path to achieving God’s ideal of true families.
Fifty Thousand Stand Up for Peace in Tokyo
November 16, 2008
Tokyo, Japan - Fifty thousand people crammed into Tokyo’s Ajinomoto Stadium for the latest in a series of spectacular successes for the Global Peace Festival. One of the largest interfaith gatherings ever held in Japan highlighted months of community service and outreach aimed at encouraging Japan, already a strong player in aid and environmental issues, to become a global force for peace.
A New Vision of Peace for the Americas
May 2, 2008
Washington, DC, USA — The Americas Summit in Washington, DC, April 28 to May 2, 2008, brought together 160 delegates from 32 nations in North and South America from Canada to Argentina and Chile to consider the challenges and opportunities for better relationships throughout the hemisphere.
World Leaders Pledge Peace at Peace Summit
February 13, 2008
Seoul, Korea - Two hundred and twenty world leaders, including prime ministers, presidents, government ministers, diplomats, religious and civic leaders participated in the third Summit for World Peace hosted by the Universal Peace Federation.
Women Discuss Peacebuilding at UPF World Summit
February 21, 2007
Seoul, Korea - A “Peacebuilding in Action” session at UPF's World Summit in Seoul in February featured women exploring practical applications of peacebuilding principles.
World Summit on Peace in Seoul
February 21, 2007
Seoul, Korea - A World Summit on Peace sponsored by the Universal Peace Federation opening in Seoul on February 21, brought together about 300 leaders to address the theme, "Forming New Alliances at a Time of Global Crisis."