Ensuring Sustainable Peace

Sustainable peace is realized when there is individual and social wellbeing, liberty, unity, equality, and the fair distribution of resources. It exists when the free movement of people is guaranteed, when human and democratic rights are respected, and when interpersonal bonds are strengthened through mutual support and compassion. ​This means, peace is intrinsically linked to human thought, perspective, behavior, lifestyle, values, and culture. It is tied to health and security, environmental protection, and the preservation of natural resources. It is interwoven with development and growth, political stability, and the equitable sharing of wealth. Furthermore, the construction of a shared history and a common national narrative-alongside stable structural and legal systems-serves as the very foundation of peace.

Since sustainable peace is the bedrock of national development, it is a vital grace that enables: Business to trade and exchange goods with ease, Entrepreneurs to innovate and create, Farmers to produce and bring their harvests to market, Society to engage in social activities without the shadow of fear, as well as Governments to effectively serve, coordinate, and lead their people.

Ultimately, peace is the very breath of life, not only for humanity but for all living creatures. Peace! Its value is so profound that it offers rest even to the deceased in their graves. Therefore, peace does not come from elsewhere-it is in our hands. Let us work for peace, let us strive for it, and let us be resilient! We are all the owners of peace.