Suwon Special Municipality Holds Four Major Religions Forum to Discuss Cooperation

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Jung Jun-sung] Suwon Special Municipality held a 'Four Major Religions Forum: Protestant, Catholic, Buddhist, and Won Buddhism' on the 31st of last month, exploring ways to establish a cooperation system and enhance civic harmony.

Attending the forum were Mayor Lee Jae-joon, Bishop Lee Yong-hoon of the Suwon Catholic Diocese, Chairman Park Jae-shin of the Suwon Christian Council, Venerable Susan, Chairman of the Suwon Lotus Lantern Festival Preservation Committee, and Bishop Kim Do-cheon of the Won Buddhism Gyeonggi-Incheon Diocese.

Mayor Lee Jae-joon stated, "I am grateful to the religious community for serving as a spiritual foundation and bridge of communication in our local society," adding, "By reflecting the opinions of the religious community, we will pursue inclusive urban development policies that all citizens can relate to across all areas of city administration, including welfare, education, and environment."