REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, AKARTA -- Indonesian Islamic Group, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) achieves an international award on its efforts to keep religious harmony in Indonesia and abroad. The award, known as Global Peace Interfaith Leadership Award 2014, was given by Global Peace Foundation during Global Peace Convention in Asuncion, Paraguay, South America.
"Praise the Lord. Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board (PBNU) has achieved the award," Secretary General of PBNU Marsudi Syuhud said on Saturday, November 22.
Award committee considered on the theme One Family under God to choose the winner. Win the award meant that the group showed its integrity as a model who recognized diversity in society. "We feel honored by the award," he said.