Condolences on the passing away of Prof. Kirti Bunchua

Posted on May 7, 2025 by acrp-peace

It is with great sorrow that we learnt of the loss of Prof. Kirti Bunchua, our esteemed Executive Council member of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP).On behalf of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP), may we extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Religions for Peace Thailand and his colleagues in the passing of Prof. Bunchua.Though his departure is a great sadness, we firmly believe that his philosophical and religious teachings will be always remembered and remain in his disciples and those who are inspired.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss and mourning. May the great soul of Prof. Bunchua rest in peace.Rev. Dr. Yoshinori ShinoharaSecretary […]

Deep sadness over the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by acrp-peace

Rev. Dr. Yoshinori ShinoharaSecretary General of Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP)I am deeply saddened by the news of the demise of His Holiness Pope Francis. I express my deepest condolences to all Catholics around the world.He was a symbol of hope and compassion for all humanity. In the current difficult international situation, more than any other, he has taken the strong initiative in conveying the message of trust, dialogue, cooperation, solidarity, reconciliation, and forgiveness, and in doing so, he has actually acted. We, Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP), a coalition of Asian and Pacific religious leaders, have received much encouragement and wisdom from his energetic actions […]

Sympathy for the Earthquake in Myanmar

Posted on March 28, 2025 by acrp-peace

We are deeply saddened by the devastation caused in Myanmar, Thailand and other neighboring countries by the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28. On behalf of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP), we would like to express my deepest condolences to the victims and their bereaved families. we pray for the speedy rescue of those whose safety has yet to be confirmed. We extend our sympathies to the injured and wish them a speedy recovery. With the people of Myanmar and other countries affected by the disaster by strengthening our ties with them, ACRP is determined to overcome this hardship together. We express our heartfelt prayers and solidarity for the […]

Inauguration Speech by Rev. Nemoto

Posted on June 21, 2017June 26, 2019 by RfP Asia Secretariat

[This speech was delivered at ACRP/RfP Asia Executive Committee Meeting on 20th May, 2017 in Beijing, China]　　Distinguished religious leaders, your eminencies, excellencies, all friends. Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity of sharing my thought on this very honorable and important occasion. 　　It is a great honor for me that I have just been appointed as a Secretary General of Asian Conference of Religions for Peace and would humbly like to take this very important and sacred responsibility for the betterment and peaceful conviviality of peoples in the world, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region from now onward. I would truly appreciate it to you all, distinguished religious leaders […]

Rev. Nemoto, New ACRP Secretary General

Posted on May 22, 2017June 26, 2019 by RfP Asia Secretariat

Beijing, China. At the annual Executive Committee Meeting, Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP)/Religions for Peace Asia (RfP Asia) announces the election of Rev. Nobuhiro Masahiro Nemoto as the new Secretary General. He will serve the remaining term of office of Rev. Yoshitaka Hatakeyama until the next ACRP/RfP Asia General Assembly, who relinquished his post due to his appointment as the Head of Dharma Center in Mitaka, Tokyo. Rev. Nemoto is a reverend minister of Rishho Kosei-kai and a board member of WCRP /RfP Japan. He worked at the UNHCR Geneva HQs for 3 years and a member of the governing board of RKK. As the new Secretary General, Rev. Nemoto […]

Congratulatory Remarks to the Annual Friendship Dinner

Posted on June 26, 2016June 26, 2019 by ASG

Congratulatory Remarks to the
Annual Friendship Dinner
Organized by the
Pacific Dialogue Foundation
by: Rev. Yoshitaka Hatakeyama, ACRP Secretary General
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June 23, 2016; 6:00pm; Makati Shangri-La Hotel

Dr. Cihanger Arslan, President of the Pacific Dialogue Foundation, Fr. Thomas Michel, our distinguished speaker, His Eminence Orlando Cardinal Quevedo, and to all our religious leaders and peace-advocates present this evening, ladies and gentlemen, my warmth greetings to all of you.

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Message from the ACRP Secretary General

Posted on January 1, 2016June 26, 2019 by admin

Asia, home to 60% of the world’s population, occupies 30% of the world’s surface area. In this vast region, many civilizations have been born, thanks to favorable natural conditions, giving rise to diverse nations, cultures, and religions, allowing rich community and lives. […]

CONGRATULATORY REMARKS: 2015 ASIA & THE PACIFIC INTERFAITH YOUTH NETWORK (APIYN) YOUTH CAMP

Posted on December 7, 2015June 26, 2019 by admin

Good morning, everyone.

First, I’d like to begin by saying thank you to the staff and volunteers of RfP Cambodia, and the youth delegates who are gathered here today. I’d like to also congratulate the staff of the Seoul Peace Education Center for successfully organizing this event.
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SPEECH OF HOPE: ACRP NOW AND BEYOND (CLOSING REMARKS DURING THE 8TH ACRP GENERAL ASSEMBLY)

Posted on August 29, 2014June 26, 2019 by admin

It is a great honor for me to be elected as the ACRP secretary general succeeding Dr. Sunggon Kim. I will serve for the next five (5) years until the next Assembly.

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