Vietnam
Eight Asia-Pacific nations ‘closed’ to democratic freedoms: CIVICUS
The civil society group singled out Vietnam for ‘transnational repression’ against refugees in nearby nations.
Khmer Krom Buddhists say they face persecution at Vietnam pagoda
2023-12-05The government removed the abbot following violent clashes at Dai Tho Pagoda.
Vietnam expels Khmer Krom monk for being ‘uncooperative’
2023-12-04Advocacy group says monk was defending pagoda from an attack.
Vietnam lawmakers pass law creating new grassroots security force
Neighborhood-based members will wear uniforms and will supplement full-time commune police officers.