Buddhist leaders from Vietnam and China met in Wuxi this week as part of the United Nations Day of Vesak 2026 celebrations.

A delegation from the HCMC Party Committee’s Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilization visited and extended greetings to representatives of the Muslim community and Cham Muslim residents on the occasion of Raya Idil Adha on May 25.

A solemn procession carrying the infant Jade Buddha statue from An Quang Pagoda to Viet Nam Quoc Tu Pagoda in HCMC, followed by the traditional Buddha bathing ritual, marked one of the opening highlights of the Vesak celebration 2026.

Vesak is not only a major cultural and religious celebration for monks, nuns and Buddhist followers, but also an occasion to spread messages of compassion, harmony and respect for freedom of belief and religion in Vietnam.

The Vesak Celebrations 2026 kicked off on May 23 with a wide range of activities in downtown Da Lat city, the central province of Lam Dong.

Every Vesak season brings remembrance of the birth of the Buddha - and of the mother whose sacred vow across many lifetimes gave birth to an enlightened being.

For generations of Vietnamese people, pagodas have remained sacred cultural and spiritual spaces deeply rooted in community life and national identity.

Vietnam’s Law on Belief and Religion No. 07/2026/QH16 is expected to comprehensively address long-standing practical challenges while aligning with the country’s administrative restructuring and national digital transformation agenda.

The arrival of artificial intelligence in Buddhist spaces marks a fascinating intersection between technology and spiritual philosophy.

Vesak 2026 in Da Lat will feature a symbolic ritual where participants release biodegradable notes into Xuan Huong Lake.

Vietnam’s religious communities played a significant role in the country’s revolutionary struggle and continue contributing to national unity and development today.

As Vesak 2026 approaches, many Vietnamese are returning to pagodas not only for religious rituals, but also to seek peace amid the pressures of modern life.

On the afternoon of May 13, the Presidential Office held a press conference announcing laws passed by the 16th National Assembly during its first session. Among the eight laws officially announced was the revised Law on Belief and Religion.

Along the banks of Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe canal, Catholic communities have quietly contributed to preserving the environment and urban landscape.

Vietnam and Sri Lanka have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in religion, Buddhism, culture and heritage preservation during Party General Secretary and President To Lam’s state visit to Sri Lanka.

Quang Tri province has uncovered and taken action against a group linked to “Hoi Thanh Duc Chua Troi Me” (World Mission Society Church of God) operating in the province on April 19 and showing signs of promoting superstition for illegal profit.

Vietnam’s National Assembly on April 23 officially passed the amended Law on Belief and Religion, marking the first time a legal framework has been established to govern religious and belief-related activities in cyberspace.

On the afternoon of April 23, with 492 deputies voting in favor, the National Assembly officially adopted the revised Law on Belief and Religion. The law comprises nine chapters and 61 articles, and will take effect on January 1, 2027.

The 2026 celebration of Chol Chnam Thmay unfolded across southern Vietnam in a warm and uplifting atmosphere, reflecting both cultural vibrancy and a deep sense of care from central to local authorities.

Lawmakers are working to ensure the amended law is ready for approval at the first session of the new National Assembly term.