Tzu Chi's 60th Anniversary: Vice President States Tzu Chi is a Key Partner in 'Whole Society Defense Resilience'
At the Tzu Chi Foundation's 60th-anniversary celebration in Hualien, Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim emphasized Tzu Chi's crucial role in promoting "Whole Society Defense Resilience." She praised Tzu Chi's humanitarian aid and social mobilization capabilities as foundational to Taiwan's societal strength, acknowledging its significant domestic and international contributions.
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Hsien-feng, Hualien 10th) The Tzu Chi Foundation held its 60th-anniversary convention at the Jing Si Hall in Hualien today. Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended and offered her blessings, stating in her speech that the government is actively promoting "Whole Society Defense Resilience," which requires the preparation and participation of the entire society, and Tzu Chi is a key partner.
This year marks Tzu Chi's 60th anniversary. Today, the "Tzu Chi 60th Anniversary Convention" was held, along with a triple celebration of Buddha's Birthday, Mother's Day, and Global Tzu Chi Day bathing rituals at Jing Si Hall in Hualien and various other locations. Vice President Hsiao, Kuomintang Legislator Fu Kun-chi, Hualien County Magistrate Hsu Chen-wei, Emily A. Abrera, board member of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation, volunteers from home and abroad, and representatives from various religions gathered to review 60 years of goodness and love through a video, jointly witnessing Tzu Chi's compassionate journey over six decades.
Vice President Hsiao stated in her speech that for 60 years, Tzu Chi has upheld the spirit of humanitarian care, deeply influencing Taiwanese society and extending this goodness and love to all corners of the world, allowing great love to transcend religion, ethnicity, and national borders.
She said that Taiwan is an island full of resilience, and a large part of this resilience comes from civil society. The government is currently actively promoting "Whole Society Defense Resilience," and national security and stability cannot rely solely on the government but also require the preparation and participation of the entire society; in this regard, Tzu Chi is a key partner. Whether in regular disaster prevention training, material procurement and deployment for daily life, or immediate shelter and physical and mental companionship during disasters, Tzu Chi's powerful organizational and mobilization capabilities are the deepest and most stable foundation of Taiwan's societal defense resilience.
Vice President Hsiao pointed out that she often sees Tzu Chi volunteers overseas, whether through community volunteers, promoting environmental recycling, or engaging in international disaster relief. Tzu Chi is always on the front lines, demonstrating the kindness and generosity of Taiwanese people to the world through practical actions, sowing seeds of goodness globally; "You are an important window for Taiwan to go global, and the warmest business card showcasing Taiwan's soft power."
Vice President Hsiao said that the government will continue to assist religious groups in connecting with the world, allowing Taiwan's diverse, inclusive, and peaceful religious culture to shine internationally. "Thank you for driving a global cycle of goodness, allowing love and hope to flow continuously; you are not only the most beautiful scenery in Taiwan but also a warm force in Taiwanese society."
Master Cheng Yen, founder of Tzu Chi, also mentioned her original intention at the convention, from 5 cents to an international NGO, and cited examples and contributions of establishing hospitals and schools, encouraging everyone to do good and help others. (Edited by Chen Jen-hua) 1150510
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Hsien-feng, Hualien 10th) The Tzu Chi Foundation held its 60th-anniversary convention at the Jing Si Hall in Hualien today. Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended and offered her blessings, stating in her speech that the government is actively promoting "Whole Society Defense Resilience," which requires the preparation and participation of the entire society, and Tzu Chi is a key partner.
This year marks Tzu Chi's 60th anniversary. Today, the "Tzu Chi 60th Anniversary Convention" was held, along with a triple celebration of Buddha's Birthday, Mother's Day, and Global Tzu Chi Day bathing rituals at Jing Si Hall in Hualien and various other locations. Vice President Hsiao, Kuomintang Legislator Fu Kun-chi, Hualien County Magistrate Hsu Chen-wei, Emily A. Abrera, board member of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation, volunteers from home and abroad, and representatives from various religions gathered to review 60 years of goodness and love through a video, jointly witnessing Tzu Chi's compassionate journey over six decades.
Vice President Hsiao stated in her speech that for 60 years, Tzu Chi has upheld the spirit of humanitarian care, deeply influencing Taiwanese society and extending this goodness and love to all corners of the world, allowing great love to transcend religion, ethnicity, and national borders.
She said that Taiwan is an island full of resilience, and a large part of this resilience comes from civil society. The government is currently actively promoting "Whole Society Defense Resilience," and national security and stability cannot rely solely on the government but also require the preparation and participation of the entire society; in this regard, Tzu Chi is a key partner. Whether in regular disaster prevention training, material procurement and deployment for daily life, or immediate shelter and physical and mental companionship during disasters, Tzu Chi's powerful organizational and mobilization capabilities are the deepest and most stable foundation of Taiwan's societal defense resilience.
Vice President Hsiao pointed out that she often sees Tzu Chi volunteers overseas, whether through community volunteers, promoting environmental recycling, or engaging in international disaster relief. Tzu Chi is always on the front lines, demonstrating the kindness and generosity of Taiwanese people to the world through practical actions, sowing seeds of goodness globally; "You are an important window for Taiwan to go global, and the warmest business card showcasing Taiwan's soft power."
Vice President Hsiao said that the government will continue to assist religious groups in connecting with the world, allowing Taiwan's diverse, inclusive, and peaceful religious culture to shine internationally. "Thank you for driving a global cycle of goodness, allowing love and hope to flow continuously; you are not only the most beautiful scenery in Taiwan but also a warm force in Taiwanese society."
Master Cheng Yen, founder of Tzu Chi, also mentioned her original intention at the convention, from 5 cents to an international NGO, and cited examples and contributions of establishing hospitals and schools, encouraging everyone to do good and help others. (Edited by Chen Jen-hua) 1150510
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