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Interfaith Dialogue: Global Perspectives presents a comprehensive examination of interreligious engagement across diverse cultural and geographic contexts. Edited by Edmund Kee-Fook Chia, the volume brings together multiple contributors to explore encounters between Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Bahá’í, and Christianity, as well as the experiences of marginalized communities such as the Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders of Australia and the Karen tribal peoples of Thailand. The essays analyze practical, social, and theological dimensions of interfaith dialogue, integrating case studies such as the Focolare, Gülen, and Risshō Kōsei-kai movements, alongside theoretical reflections from Raimon Panikkar and Ken Wilber. The book emphasizes inclusive, participatory dialogue, ethical engagement, and cross-cultural understanding, offering a rich exploration of both contemporary challenges and opportunities in fostering global religious cooperation.In an increasingly globalized and religiously plural world, the book provides a critical framework for understanding interfaith dialogue as a tool for social cohesion, cultural understanding, and ethical engagement. Its multi-religious, multi-geographic approach makes it relevant for addressing issues of marginalization, social justice, and community development. The insights can inform community engagement programs, interfaith workshops, and educational initiatives aimed at promoting tolerance, cross-cultural understanding, and peaceful coexistence. By highlighting both grassroots movements and theoretical frameworks, the book also supports the design of interventions for conflict resolution, extremism rehabilitation, and inclusive policy-making, emphasizing dialogue as a transformative mechanism for social harmony.nterfaith Dialogue: Global Perspectives is a significant contribution to contemporary interfaith studies, offering a diverse, multi-dimensional perspective on religious engagement across cultures. It is highly valuable for scholars, community leaders, policymakers, and practitioners seeking both theoretical and practical guidance for fostering religious cooperation, social inclusion, and ethical dialogue.