On the morning of February 10, in Hanoi, Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung warmly welcomed a delegation from the Central Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, who visited to extend Lunar New Year greetings.

Deputy Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Hai Trung chaired a conference on January 21 to gather opinions on online belief and religious activities as regulated in the amended Law on Belief and Religion.

On the afternoon of January 29, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung chaired an expanded leadership meeting in Hanoi to formally nominate Hoang Van Tuyen, Director of the Policy Department, as a full-time candidate for Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Hai Trung commended the Catholic Church’s role in Vietnam’s social and spiritual life during his Tet visit to the Ho Chi Minh City Archbishop’s Office.

Vietnamese Buddhism marked a significant year with humanitarian efforts, digital transformation, and strong international presence.

In recognition of his leadership in a nationwide effort to eliminate makeshift housing, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung received one of Vietnam’s highest labor honors.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs outlines a strategic roadmap for 2026, calling for accelerated implementation of Project 06 with clear responsibilities and outcomes.

On December 31, the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs (MERA) of Vietnam officially launched a pilot implementation of the National Religious Database Information System at the Government Committee for Religious Affairs.

The 2025 Ceremony of Commendation for Outstanding Ethnic Minority Students and Youth was held at Ho Guom Theater in Hanoi, celebrating 150 exemplary representatives from 53 ethnic groups.

Behind every accolade is a story of resilience and growth-young ethnic minority individuals are turning recognition into long-term impact.

More than 2,000 outstanding ethnic minority students and young people from across Vietnam have been honored over 12 years of the national recognition program.

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung expressed appreciation for the contributions of Catholic and Protestant communities to national development in his Christmas and New Year message.

Religious institutions play a vital role in Vietnam’s development, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung affirmed during his Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 visits in Hanoi.

Lawmakers push for the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs to lead a major national program supporting ethnic minorities and mountainous regions.

A new draft law on religion is under discussion as officials grapple with online sermons, cross-border rituals, and blurred lines between belief and construction law.

On December 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs held a consultation conference with religious dignitaries, clergy, and representatives of religious organizations and belief establishments.

For many young ethnic talents, national recognition has become a springboard to lasting impact.

The 12th Commendation Ceremony highlights the power of education to uplift and connect communities from every corner of the nation.

The MoU with UNDP demonstrates Vietnam’s proactiveness and responsibility in sharing practical experience in ethnic affairs, and promoting dialogue, understanding, and cooperation for sustainable, humane development.