From Changes in Religious Policy to Consequences for Freedom of Religion and Belief in Vietnam

Abstract

Vietnamese laws and the ideals of the Communist Party of Vietnam have made it possible for everyone to practice their beliefs and religion. Vietnam is now among the nations with the greatest variety and quantity of religious and philosophical beliefs. Due to the increasing development of religion and belief in Vietnam, the law needs to be improved to ensure the Vietnamese people's freedom of religion. The article focuses on analyzing major awareness points about religion and belief that occurred during the foundation and development of Vietnam since this is the root cause of changes in religious freedom in this country. As a result, it helps to answer the following questions: Is Vietnamese law on religion and belief up to par with the international standards of laws? Do Vietnamese citizens have the freedom to practice their religion and beliefs? The article also demonstrates the primary expressions of contemporary religious life in Vietnam.
 
 Received: 29 July 2022 / Accepted: 5 September 2022 / Published: 5 November 2022