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Social and ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence in the context of posthumanism and transhumanism critically analysed on the second day of CCA’s Study Consultation in Malaysia
Posted On 03 October 2025Cyberjaya, Malaysia: While analysing the social and ethical impacts of Artificial Intelligence in the context of posthumanism and transhumanism, Rev. Dr John G. Mathews, an Indian theologian and posthumanism analyst, critically analysed how technologies such as machine learning, big data analysis,…
Global experts reflect on Cyber Ethics and the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Theology, and Faith
Posted On 02 October 2025Cyberjaya, Malaysia: During the theological reflection on ‘Cyber Ethics’, Dr Bernard Wong, President of the China Graduate School of Theology (CGST) in Hong Kong, urged participants to critically consider how technology shapes moral decisions and social justice. Dr Wong described cyber ethics as…
CCA’s study consultation in Cyberjaya explores the multifaceted intersections of humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence, and human development
Posted On 02 October 2025Cyberjaya, Malaysia: Japanese social scientist Prof. Dr Takeshi Kimura, introducing the theme “Humanoid Robotics and Artificial Intelligence: Impacts on Human Development” in the second session of the CCA consultation, observed that in a rapidly evolving context, the distinction between human and…
International Consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism’ commences in Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Posted On 01 October 2025Cyberjaya, Malaysia: The international consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism: Ethical and Theological Perspectives’ organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) commenced in the afternoon of 1 October 2025 in Cyberjaya, Malaysia. The four-day consultation was formally…
CCA condemns violence against indigenous ethnic minorities in Khagrachhari, Bangladesh
Posted On 29 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) condemns the recent violence in Khagrachhari District, Chittagong Hill Tracts, Bangladesh, which has claimed several lives, left many injured, and destroyed homes, businesses, and places of worship belonging to indigenous ethnic minority…
International experts gather for CCA’s study consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism: Ethical and Theological Perspectives’
Posted On 24 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: A selected group of international experts in Artificial Intelligence will meet with theologians, social scientists, ethicists, and medical professionals for a four-day study consultation from 1 to 4 October 2025 in Cyberjaya, Malaysia’s first smart city, located near Kuala…
Jakarta Conference Communique affirms strengthening inter-religious harmony in Asian countries
Posted On 23 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: More than eighty representatives of all major religions from across Asia participated in the International Inter-religious Conference on ‘Freedom of Religion and Rights of Religious Minorities in Asia’ and adopted the “Jakarta Communiqué”, reaffirming their shared commitment to…
Legal experts highlight judicial challenges in protecting freedom of religion across Asia at Inter-religious Conference in Jakarta
Posted On 23 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: In a panel presentation at the International Inter-religious Conference on Freedom of Religion and Rights of Religious Minorities in Asia, eminent jurists and legal practitioners from across the region underscored the judiciary’s often compromised role in upholding…
Inter-religious conference examines national situations of religious freedom and rights of religious minorities in Asia
Posted On 23 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: The International Inter-religious Conference on Freedom of Religion and Rights of Religious Minorities, held in Jakarta, Indonesia from 16 to 20 September 2025, provided a platform for in-depth discussions on the challenges faced by religious minorities across Asia. The state of…
“The inherent value of human dignity and human rights is not a political concession, but a recognition of divine dignity”, Asian religious leaders affirm
Posted On 23 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: At the Inter-religious Conference on Freedom of Religion and Rights of Religious Minorities in Asia, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia in collaboration with the Communion of Churches in Indonesia, scholars and clerics affirmed that human dignity and human rights are…
Rights of religious minorities must go beyond legal protection, but the values of Asia’s long nurtured culture and tradition of communal harmony must be upheld, says CCA General Secretary
Posted On 19 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: “The challenges faced by religious minorities in Asia intersect with religious freedom and minority rights protection. Recognition of religious minorities must go beyond legal protections alone, and policymakers must develop strategies to promote equality, inclusion, and the…
Abuse of religion becomes the greatest threat to peace and harmony, says Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Prof. Dr Nasaruddin Umar at CCA’s interfaith conference
Posted On 18 September 2025Jakarta, Indonesia: Inaugurating the international Inter-religious Conference on Freedom of Religion and the Rights of Religious Minorities in Asia, the Minister of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, His Excellency Prof. Dr Nasaruddin Umar stated that the greatest threat to peace does…
CCA to hold Asian Ecumenical Women’s Conference in November 2025
Posted On 15 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: Ten years after consistent engagement with Asian women through the Ecumenical Women’s Action Against Violence initiated in 2015, the CCA is now organising an Asian Ecumenical Women’s Conference (AEWC-2025) which will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 11 to 15 November 2025…
CCA urges all sides in Nepal to exercise restraint and pursue dialogue for resolution of ongoing crisis
Posted On 10 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) has expressed grave concern over the tragic loss of lives and escalating violence during the past two days amid Gen Z-led protests in Nepal. The unrest, which began on 8 September, is rapidly threatening peace and the safety of civilians…
Young peace activists gather at CCA headquarters in Chiang Mai to prepare as Ambassadors of Peace in Asia
Posted On 08 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The annual Young Ambassadors of Peace in Asia (YAPA) training, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), commenced today, 8 September 2025, at the CCA headquarters in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Centred on the theme “Sustaining Peace in Asia through Religious Cooperation…
CCA’s interfaith peacebuilding training for prospective young Asian peace activists to begin
Posted On 05 September 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) week-long training, Young Ambassadors of Peace in Asia (YAPA), will be inaugurated on Monday morning, 8 September 2025, at the CCA headquarters, Payap University, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Organised under the theme “Sustaining Peace in Asia…
CCA mourns the passing of Bishop Kenneth M. Fernando, former CCA President
Posted On 03 September 2025Colombo, Sri Lanka: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara, expressed deep condolences on the passing of Bishop Kenneth M. Fernando, former CCA President and elder statesman of the Church of Ceylon. He was 93 years old. Born on 25 July 1932 in Moratuwa…
CCA workshop facilitators remind pastoral ministry candidates to be leaders with integrity and guardians of good governance
Posted On 03 September 2025Colombo, Sri Lanka: The South Asia Regional Workshop on “Good Governance, Integrity Leadership, and Stewardship in Parish Ministry”, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), underscored the importance of integrating good governance practices into pastoral ministry. Facilitators offered…
South Asian Theological Students Gather in Colombo to Discuss Good Governance, Integrity Leadership, and Stewardship in Parish Ministry
Posted On 31 August 2025Colombo, Sri Lanka: A group of theological students from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and India, invited by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), are participating in a four-day workshop on “Good Governance, Integrity Leadership, and Stewardship in Parish Ministry”, at the Ecumenical Institute for…
CCA General Secretary calls prospective church and ecumenical leaders trained at AEI-2025 to embrace diversity and nurture inclusivity
Posted On 29 August 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: At the closing of the month-long ecumenical formation and leadership development training programme, CCA General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara stated that the ecclesial identity of churches worldwide has been significantly shaped by the ecumenical movement at national…
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Joint Ecumenical Statement on the Widening Conflict in the Middle East
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International conference calls for stronger global action for ensuring people’s security and peace with justice in Myanmar
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