It was expected to be the final discussion of a decades-long dialogue about re-establishing full bhikshuni ordination in Buddhist traditions. Papers and research based on Buddhist texts and contemporary practice traditions in China, Korea, Taiwan, Tibet, and South Asia were presented, between them the Abstract: The Eight Garudhammas.
This meeting was expected to be the concluding discussion of decades-long discussions regarding the reinstatement of full bhikshuni ordination within Buddhist traditions.  Papers and research grounded in Buddhist scriptures and current practices from various Buddhist communities in China, Korea, Taiwan, Tibet, and South Asia were presented.