A delegation from the Steering Committee for the Central Highlands region on May 12 visited the Executive Board of the Buddhist Sangha in Dak Lak province on the occasion of Buddha’s 2558th birth anniversary.

Lu Ngoc Cu, a permanent member of the committee, recognised the role and contributions of Buddhist monks, nuns, and followers to the local socio-economic development.

He affirmed that the Party and State always pay attention to implementing policies and laws on religion and Buddhism in particular.

Cu said he hopes the Buddhist clergy and followers will accompany the nation in building a happy life for all people, helping maintain the political security in the region.

Most Venerable Thich Chau Quang, head of the board, said the local Buddhists will actively participate in programmes promoting national unity and building a society of peace, prosperity and happiness.

Buddhism has been practised in Vietnam for over 2,000 years. The country is home to more than 12 million Buddhist followers, 40,000 monks and nuns and almost 15,000 temples, monasteries or places to worship Buddha.-VNA