Rival parties have vowed to engage in politics of communication and harmony in celebration of Buddha's Birthday.

Ruling Saenuri Party Spokesman Min Kyung-wook issued a commentary on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of a National Assembly that represents the citizens and communicates and comes together only for the people.

Spokesman Lee Jae-kyung of the Minjoo Party of Korea noted Buddha's teachings, stressing that many Koreans are distraught in a reality where conflicts are inescapable and the value of human lives is ignored.

The People's Party Spokesman Son Kum-ju also noted Buddha's teaching of treating all people equally and as precious beings, adding the party will continue politics in a self-reflecting and insightful manner.