Protestors call for religious freedom and social equality

Civil rights advocates express concern over religious freedom and clergy safety

Buddhism seen as wedge issue by Sri Lankan politicians

Rights activist bemoans rediced of religious freedom

Appointees to fill key roles previously held by senior monastics

Increase reflects the social climate in Europe

Religious minorities lured by the promise of educational opportunities

Says violence towards Rohingya Muslims runs counter to Buddhist principles

Tensions rise amid renewed violence

State's dominant political party decries Annan's role in conflict resolution

State order aims to limit population to 5,000 monastics by October 2017

His Holiness emphasizes the need for sustained action to foster peace

Venerable Jingwan shares vision for Korean Buddhism

Bill aimed at introducing civil legislation to regulate monastic community