Vietnam: Religious Freedom Denied

08 May

Posted by Otto in Human Rights

Buddhists Remain Behind Bars While Vietnam Hosts UN Buddhist Celebration
As Vietnam prepares to host the United Nations Day of Visak next week, one of the most sacred days for Buddhists, the government should cease the persecution, harassment and imprisonment of Buddhists and other independent religious groups, Human Rights Watch said today. More than 400 people remain behind bars in Vietnam for their peaceful religious or political activities.

Link to hrw.org

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