Vienna's Mayor Establishes "Council of Religions" to Foster Interfaith Dialogue and Peace

Lifestyle & TravelMore+ ♦ Published: October 19, 2023; 21:15 ♦ (Vindobona)

Vienna's Mayor, Michael Ludwig, convened a significant meeting at the cityhall, bringing together representatives from diverse religious groups in response to recent developments in the Middle East. These events underscore the vital role of religious tolerance and understanding in maintaining peaceful coexistence in society.

The mayor of the city of Vienna, Michael Ludwig, met with representatives from a number of different religions. / Picture: © Magistrat der Stadt Wien / Christian Jobst / PID

Ludwig highlighted Vienna's historical commitment to tolerance and openness, citing its standing in international diplomacy and its hosting of various global organizations, including the United Nations. Expressing deep concern for ongoing conflicts, Ludwig emphasized that wars and terrorism can never be sustainable solutions. While acknowledging Vienna's inability to resolve Middle…