Hanoi (VNA) - Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has requested ensuring absolute security and safety during the 20th United Nations Day of Vesak Celebrations, as directed by the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee.
Chairing a meeting to review preparations for the event on April 16 in Hanoi, the Deputy PM acknowledged the efforts of ministries, agencies, local authorities, and the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) in actively implementing directions of the Secretariat and the Government regarding the organisation of the event.
Highlighting the significance of Vesak 2025, he asked relevant ministries, sectors, and localities to strictly implement plans to support the VBS in holding the event.
Vietnam has successfully hosted Vesak three times, in 2008, 2014, and 2019, contributing to promoting the image of a peace-loving, hospitable, and united nation to the international community and reaffirming the consistent policy of the Vietnamese Party and State in respecting and ensuring freedom of belief and religion.
The 2025 edition, also hosted by the VBS, is receiving strong support and meticulous preparations from the Vietnamese Government. It is expected to promote exchanges, experience sharing and cooperation, thus affirming Vietnam’s responsibility for the UN and the international community.
The UN Day of Vesak Celebrations 2025 will take place from May 6-8 in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Unity and Inclusivity for Human Dignity: Buddhist Insights for World Peace and Sustainable Development.” The event is expected to welcome around 2,000 delegates from Vietnam and abroad.
According to Deputy Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Hai Trung, the ministry has been working regularly with the VBS, and closely coordinating with relevant ministries, sectors, and local authorities in supporting the VBS in carrying out tasks related to the event in accordance with the set goals and requirements./.

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