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“Systematic, ongoing, and egregious” violations of religious freedom continue.
Authorities pursue increased persecution and dogged eradication of religion.
Religious freedom in Vietnam continues to deteriorate.
[The Government's Reach] Dak Lak Province: Authorities threaten, smash gate of family following Evangelical Church of Christ On
Despite being placed on the U.S. Special Watch List, Vietnam continues to fiercely repress religion.
Buddhist temples will face less interference but will still have to share their merit donations.
Repression remains severe, continuous, and systematic.
[New Religions] Deputy Minister of Home Affairs: Bureau of Internal Security is a "pivotal unit" in the campaign
A senior Ministry of Home Affairs official has vehemently and unequivocally criticized the USCIRF for the first time.
[New Religions] Hanoi Committee for Religious Affairs establishes Office of Belief and New Religious Phenomena According to the Hanoi Moi
[The Government’s Reach] Cao Bang authorities destroy funeral homes, storm into residences and dismantle altars Duong Van Minh practitioners
The United States sees six members of Tinh That Bong Lai as victims of religious repression.
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