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“Buddhism helps people to overcome pain. The deepest pain that Chinese people feel now is the pain of separation from loved ones, one of the eight pains in Buddhism.”

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Ye Xiaowen
Ye Xiaowen

Ye Xiaowen, born in 1950, is a prominent Chinese politician. He has held several important positions in his political career and has made significant contributions to China's development and stability. more

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