The event was hosted by the Australian government; Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. During the Closing Reception held on 30 Oct 2009, BCWA President Dr Jake Mitra spoke with Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Stephen Smith MP about representation of the Buddhist community.
A copy of the Dhammapada has been officially installed to the Despatch Box on the central table in front of the Prime Minister. This adds the one of the holy Buddhist books to other holy books such as the Bible, the Koran and the Torah. This special occasion for the Buddhist community of Australia took […]
The first BCWA meeting with Hon Minister John Castrilli focussed on visa issues for monks. The BCWA were represented by president Mr Stewart Jarvis, Ajahn Brahm and two other delgates.
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