प्रधानमन्त्री केपी शर्मा ओलीबाट शुक्रबार नवौं नानहाइ बौद्ध सम्मेलन काठमाडौँ फोरमलाई सम्बोधन । तस्बिर सौजन्यः प्रधानमन्त्रीको सचिवालय/रासस
KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has described Buddhism as a ‘luminous thread’ in the relations between Nepal and China.
“Nepal and China share more than just borders; we are bound by the timeless tapestry of our history, the majestic embrace of our mountains, the life-giving flow of our rivers, and the profound richness of our cultures. Buddhism has been the luminous thread that weaves together the spiritual and cultural fabric of our two nations, fostering an enduring bond of harmony and understanding,” PM Oli said, addressing the 9th Nanhai Buddhism Roundtable Forum in Kathmandu on Friday.
Noting that this gathering holds particular significance as it takes place in Nepal, the sacred birthplace of Gautam Buddha, the Light of Asia, PM Oli said this land, blessed by his footsteps, symbolizes a timeless bridge between the Buddhist heritage of Nepal and China. Oli also said the teachings of Gautam Buddha illuminate the path to a meaningful and harmonious life, and his profound message of love, compassion, non-violence, and universal peace transcends the bounds of time, offering solace and guidance to humanity in its moments of despair.
“This forum, convened in the spirit of these sacred teachings, is a beacon of hope for a world yearning for peace and cooperation. It is heartening to learn that the Kathmandu Forum will be followed by a Youth Forum and the World Peace Prayer Ceremony in Lumbini, inspiring younger generations to carry forward the luminous legacy of Buddha and his teachings,” PM added.
Stating that from the ancient journeys of the Chinese monks Fa Xian and Xuan Zang to Nepal, to the enlightening visit of Nepali scholar Buddhabhadra to China, Oli said our shared history is replete with exchanges of wisdom and learning, PM Oli said. He cited architectural marvels of Nepali-style Buddhist temples in China and the grandeur of the Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist Monastery in Lumbini stand as eternal monuments to this enduring connection.
