The World Council of Churches' decision-making body has expressed its support for the active participation of Christians in Burmese peacemaking.

Community-specific anxiety could not overshadow the common worries of Christians and Muslims, a leading Middle East commentator has said.

The World Association for Christian Communication has called on society and governments to support community radio for native peoples.

Ecumenical groups are highlighting initiatives in the Tanah Papua area of Indonesia and in Papua New Guinea, which shares the island of New Guinea.