Participants united toward global peace and pandemic relief

Second Gentleman Emhoff joins representatives of all three major traditions

Occasion marked by low-key gatherings and virtual events

His Holiness urges people to put beliefs into practice for this and future global crises

Vesak celebrations likely to be simpler and more reflective amid pandemic lockdowns

Thailand was due to host the event for a 12th time in May

Buddhist values praised as a blueprint for sustainable living

Going vegetarian and supporting animal shelters promoted as acts of compassion

Vesak commemoration focuses on need for change and a sustainable future

Theme of this year’s celebration was: “Together, we go as one”

Prayer follows inter-Korean Summit and Panmunjom Declaration on 27 April

Sri Lankan delegation attends official Vesak celebrations

An interfaith call for harmony and understanding

Bid to protect the waterways from further pollution