First Asian Buddhist Summit : India To Host
India is set to host the first Asian Buddhist Summit (ABS) in New Delhi on November 5-6, 2024, organized by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC).
- Initiated by the Government of India and IBC to promote Buddhist heritage and interfaith dialogue across Asia for the first time.
- Ministry: Organized by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
- Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India.
- 2024 theme: “Role of Buddha Dhamma in Strengthening Asia.”
- Aim is to celebrate the cultural and spiritual heritage of Buddhism in Asia, fostering dialogue and collaboration on challenges faced by the Buddhist community.
