Regional collaboration in a global program to reassess fundamental religious concepts and relationships:

Abstract

The impact of the progressive globalization of economic, political and social systems has been quite contrary to the principles of communal Identity, Justice, and Peace. It is therefore contrary to the principles of all world religions, which, together, foster the common ideals of support for the welfare of one’s fellows and the whole of humanity, justice and communal harmony. We meet to discuss the quest for identity, justice, and peace on a regional basis, but the whole world is in a very unstable situation and it involves two quite distinct factors that are not related only to our region. We can help to stabilize the overall world situation with an effort focussed primarily on the East Asia-Pacific region, but if we restrict our efforts to this region then the outcomes will be similarly restricted. And, because religion is a key consideration, a process to reassess fundamental religious concepts is vital. Working together, they can enable humanity to progress towards the harmony and stability that is required to sustain humanity for whatever might be the term on its existence. The reassessment would demonstrate it – conclusively.