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      <item><title><![CDATA[BOOK LAUNCH - Figures of Buddhist Diplomacy in Modern Asia ]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Event Description: Organisers: Singapore Research Nexus and GL Louis Religious Pluralism Research Cluster at NUS Faculty of Arts and Social 
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Registration: Tinyurl.com/BuddhistDiplomacy

Programme
Download here: https://tinyurl.com/Buddhist-Diplomacy


About the Book

Redefining how we understand diplomacy, Figures of Buddhist Diplomacy in Modern Asia reveals Buddhism as a dynamic force 
in shaping international relations. This groundbreaking open access book highlights individuals-including monastics, 
laity, political leaders, and royalty-who have strategically employed Buddhist objects, teachings, and networks to forge 
transregional ties and influence global politics. Introducing the concept of Buddhist diplomacy, the book traces how 
Buddhism has been mobilized for soft power, cultural exchange, peacebuilding, and even geopolitical manoeuvring. From 
spiritual ambassadors like Taixu, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Hsing Yun to world leaders such as the Dalai Lama, Narendra Modi, 
and Xi Jinping, the twenty-two essays illuminate the surprising ways Buddhism has intersected with modern statecraft. 
Blending historical depth with contemporary insight, this volume invites readers to rethink diplomacy not only as 
negotiation and policy but also as a terrain where religion, culture, and global power converge.<br/>  Venue: The Pod, Level 16, NLB, 100 Victoria St  <br/>  Start Date: Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0800 ]]></description><venue>The Pod, Level 16, NLB, 100 Victoria St</venue><eventdate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0800</eventdate><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0800</pubDate><link>https://myaces.nus.edu.sg/CoE/CoEEvents?eventID=108027</link><guid isPermaLink='false'>nus:coe:108027</guid></item>
	

	
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