Vietnam Buddhist Sangha holds 10th National Congress

The 10th National Congress of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha for the 2026–2031 term officially opened in Ho Chi Minh City. The event, held at the Vietnam Buddhist Academy, brought together nearly 2,000 delegates from domestic and international locations to mark the 45th anniversary of the Sangha’s establishment.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man attended the session, where he emphasized the significant role of Buddhism in Vietnam as the country’s largest religion. He noted that religious organizations contribute to national development and urged the Sangha to build a strong, unified, and developing organization. During the ceremony, the Sangha was awarded the First-Class Labor Order.

The Congress operates under the theme “Discipline, Innovation, Effectiveness, and Efficiency.” Key objectives for the new term include promoting Buddhist values in social life, enhancing moral education, and expanding international diplomatic activities to elevate the status of Vietnamese Buddhism on the global stage.