Freedom of religion not subject to politicisation

With the latest update by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), which once again gave biased and prescriptive assessments of religious freedom in Viet Nam, a concept rooted in humanitarian values has continued to be distorted and politicised as a tool for pressure.

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Viewing the issue solely through the lens of a single report or organisation remains insufficient. In reality, behind claims made in the name of human rights lies a longstanding set of tactics aimed not at protecting freedom of belief or religion, but at undermining social stability, sowing divisions within the great national solidarity bloc and smearing Viet Nam's international image. Identifying and exposing the misuse of the banner of 'religious freedom' is not intended to deepen confrontation or deny differences, but to return this issue to its proper place ~ within Viet Nam's specific historical, cultural and legal context.

Viet Nam is a multi-religion country, where spiritual beliefs coexist peacefully, enjoy equality before the law and are closely connected with the nation's history. Buddhism, Catholicism, Protestantism, Cao Đài, Hòa Hảo, Islam and other religions are all religious practices protected by law.