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Astana, July 1–2, 2009
The Third Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions
«The Role of Religious Leaders in Building Peace Based on Tolerance, Respect, and Cooperation»
Abstract
Documents
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Map
In 2009, Astana once again became a venue of global significance. More than 400 participants from 77 delegations representing 35 countries from Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas gathered to discuss the key challenges of modern times through the lens of faith, ethics, and cooperation. Special attention at the Third Congress was drawn to the participation of the President of the State of Israel, Shimon Peres – one of the most prominent political and public figures of our time and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

New formats and thematic sections For the first time in the practice of the Congresses, thematic sections were introduced, allowing participants to discuss important issues:
  • "Moral and Spiritual Values, Global Ethics"
  • "Dialogue and Cooperation"
  • "Solidarity, Especially in Times of Crisis"

Adoption of the final document Participants adopted the Final Appeal of the Third Congress, calling on the international community to support the efforts of religious leaders and organizations in establishing interreligious dialogue, and strengthening mutual understanding and respect in society.

Proposal for the Council of Religious Leaders Kazakhstan proposed the creation of a Council of Religious Leaders – a new forum for continuous dialogue and cooperation with international platforms and organizations. The idea received unanimous support. By October 2010, the Council’s Concept was developed, and its first session was held on the eve of the Fourth Congress, confirming its role within the structure of the Congress.

Support from international institutions Representatives of the United Nations, the Alliance of Civilizations, OSCE, and UNESCO participated in the forum and expressed support for Kazakhstan’s initiatives to strengthen dialogue between religions and cultures.

This section includes: Documents (concept, program, list of participants, declaration, speeches), photo archive, video film, and an interactive map showing the geography of participants of the Third Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.
Agenda
Agenda of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Agenda of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 15
List of Participants
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK FONDS 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 7–15
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK FONDS 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 7–15
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
List of Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK FONDS 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 7–15
Program
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
Program of Participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions July 1–2, 2009
AP RK Fonds 5-N, Inv. 7, F.8955, p. 1–10
Session of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Session of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
President of the Republic of Kazakhstan N.A. Nazarbayev (left), in the center Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.K. Tokayev, (right) Dr. Kala Acharya, Director of the Somaiya Bharatiya Sanskriti Peetham Institute of Indian Culture (India) during the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
President of the Republic of Kazakhstan N.A. Nazarbayev (left), in the center Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.K. Tokayev, (right) Dr. Kala Acharya, Director of the Somaiya Bharatiya Sanskriti Peetham Institute of Indian Culture (India) during the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the President of Israel Shimon Peres at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the President of Israel Shimon Peres at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Choijiljav Dambajav, Buddhist leader of Mongolia (left), Chief Sephardic Rabbi of Israel Shlomo Amar (center), General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation I. Noko (right) during the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Choijiljav Dambajav, Buddhist leader of Mongolia (left), Chief Sephardic Rabbi of Israel Shlomo Amar (center), General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation I. Noko (right) during the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan K. Tokayev at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 2, 2009
Speech of the Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan K. Tokayev at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 2, 2009
Speech of the President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Sheikh Muhammad Saeed Tantawi, at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Sheikh Muhammad Saeed Tantawi, at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the Spiritual Leader of Buddhists of Mongolia, Choijiljav Dambajav (right), at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions. Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of Egypt Mahmoud Hamdi Zakzouk (left) Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Speech of the Spiritual Leader of Buddhists of Mongolia, Choijiljav Dambajav (right), at the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions. Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of Egypt Mahmoud Hamdi Zakzouk (left) Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Session of the III Congress of World and Traditional Religious Leaders Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Session of the III Congress of World and Traditional Religious Leaders Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Participants of the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Festive Concert Dedicated to the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009
Festive Concert Dedicated to the III Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Astana, July 1–2, 2009