Society

Overseas man sentenced to 11 years in prison for terrorism

Nguyen Dinh Thang, 68, who last resided at 14/40C Ky Dong street in Nhieu Loc ward before leaving the country and is currently living in the US, received the sentence.

The trial panel delivers the verdict. (Photo: VNA)
The trial panel delivers the verdict. (Photo: VNA)

Dak Lak (VNA) – The Dak Lak provincial People’s Court on April 28 sentenced a man from Ho Chi Minh City to 11 years in prison for the charge of “terrorism” under Article 299 of the Penal Code.

Nguyen Dinh Thang, 68, who last resided at 14/40C Ky Dong street in Nhieu Loc ward before leaving the country and is currently living in the US, received the sentence.

According to the indictment, Thang served as Chairman and CEO of “Boat People SOS” (BPSOS), an organisation headquartered in the US with an office in Thailand. He was also identified as the person who directed the establishment, management, and operation of the organisation “Montagnards Stand for Justice (MSFJ)” in Thailand.

The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security has labelled BPSOS as linked to terrorism and designated MSFJ as a terrorist organisation.

Through these groups, Thang directed, incited, recruited, and assisted Y Quynh Bdap in orchestrating terrorist acts and murders carried out by individuals inside Vietnam on June 11, 2023, in Ea Ktur and Ea Tieu communes of former Cu Kuin district, Dak Lak province, resulting in particularly serious consequences. The actions were intended to create panic and fear among the public while undermining public order and safety in Vietnam, the indictment noted./.

​

VNA
#Ministry of Public Security #terrorism Vietnam
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

Nguyen Dinh Thang (Photo: bocongan.gov.vn)

Legal proceedings launched against Nguyen Dinh Thang for terrorism

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) on January 30 announced that the Investigation Security Agency of the Public Security Department of Dak Lak province has issued a decision to initiate criminal proceedings against and detain Nguyen Dinh Thang for the charge of “terrorism” as stipulated in Clause 2, Article 299 of the Penal Code.

See more

A performance at the event showcases the special solidarity between Vietnam and Laos. (Photo: VNA)

Forum promotes Vietnamese language preservation among community in Laos

Addressing a forum themed “Honouring the Vietnamese language, preserving identity, connecting the future” in Vientiane on April 27, the ambassador said preserving the language is a shared and long-term responsibility of overseas Vietnamese communities, including those in Laos.

Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan speaks at the meeting on April 27 with 101 outstanding grassroots trade union chairpersons recognised for achievements in workplace dialogue and collective bargaining during 2023-2025 (Photo: VNA)

Vice State President meets outstanding trade union leaders

The Vice President highlighted contributions made by the honourees, saying their efforts had secured benefits worth more than 6 trillion VND (227.6 million USD) annually for some 382,000 labourers, while improving workers’ welfare and strengthening stable and progressive labour relations in enterprises.

President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai on April 27 leads a delegation to visit and offer gifts to heroic Vietnamese mothers, armed forces heroes, policy beneficiary families, poor households and disadvantaged workers in Ninh Binh (Photo: VNA)

Policy beneficiaries, disadvantaged workers receive gifts ahead of national holidays

Visiting Heroic Vietnamese Mother Tran Thi Sach in Phu Ly ward, whose two sons died in wartime, President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai expressed gratitude for her sacrifices, affirming that the Party, State and people always remember and honour those who have rendered service to the nation.

Tran To Nga poses for a group photo with supporters of her lawsuit against US chemical companies (Photo: VNA)

First European memorial to AO/dioxin victims inaugurated in Paris

The memorial stands as a tribute to millions still suffering from the long-term consequences of Agent Orange, while also serving as a public call to remember one of the gravest humanitarian and environmental tragedies of modern history. The project was the result of years of advocacy by civil society groups, legal experts, artists and solidarity networks seeking both remembrance and greater awareness.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung delivers remarks at the cultural event marking the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, alongside celebrations of national reunification day (April 30) and International Labour Day (May 1). (Photo: VNA)

Hung Kings’ commemoration fosters unity among OVs in US, Malaysia

The programme included incense offerings, cultural exchanges, and awards for students with strong academic performance and active community involvement. It helped reinforce connections among Vietnamese families, inspire younger generations to stay rooted in their heritage, preserve the Vietnamese language, and contribute to the Vietnamese community in the US.

A captivating cultural performance at the opening ceremony. (Photo: VNA)

Ca Mau highlights innovation, agriculture at debut Mekong Delta rice contest

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Council Pham Van Thieu noted that the province has stepped up the application of advanced technologies in climate-resilient agriculture, while promoting green and circular economic models and accelerating digital transformation.

General Secretary and State President To Lam offers incense and flowers in commemoration at the Hung Kings' Mausoleum. (Photo: VNA)

Top leader offers incense in commemoration of Hung Kings in Phu Tho

At the Kinh Thien Palace, a sacred site dedicated to the Hung Kings, General Secretary and President Lam, along with Party and State leaders and representatives from central and local agencies, offered incense, flowers in tribute to the ancestors who founded the nation, paving the way for the construction and development of a beautiful, prosperous, and civilised Vietnam nowadays.

A delegation, comprising 48 overseas Vietnamese from 22 countries and territories, along with representatives of several agencies, organisations, businesses, artists and journalists at home, visit the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago and the DK1 offshore platforms. (Photo: VNA)

Visit to Truong Sa, DK1 connects overseas Vietnamese to Fatherland's sea and islands

According to the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese, from April 17 - 23, Fisheries Surveillance Ship KN-490 departing from Cam Ranh International Port carried a working delegation, including 48 overseas Vietnamese from 22 countries and territories, along with representatives of domestic agencies, businesses, artists and journalists to Truong Sa and DK1 offshore platforms.

The Vietnamese delegation at an event held on the sidelines of the 29th International Meeting of Mine Action National Directors and United Nations Advisers. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam’s integrated approach to mine action, sustainable development introduced at Geneva meeting

About 17% of Vietnam’s land area remains contaminated by unexploded ordnance (UXO), posing risks to communities and limiting access to land resources. In response, the Government has adopted a long-term strategy through the National Mine Action Programme (Programme 504), coordinated by the Vietnam National Mine Action Centre (VNMAC), and incorporated mine action into national and local development plans.

Emulation drive launched to realise socio-economic development goals for 2026–2030

Emulation drive launched to realise socio-economic development goals for 2026–2030

The directive calls on ministries, ministry-level agencies, and People’s Committees of centrally-run provinces and cities to organise a practical and effective emulation movement aligned with the Party and State’s orientations, under the theme of promoting innovation, accelerating breakthroughs, and advancing the country towards strong, civilised and prosperous development.

A delegation of 60 outstanding overseas Vietnamese from 20 countries and territories offer incense in tribute to the Hung Kings. (Photo: VNA)

Overseas Vietnamese offer incense in tribute to Hung Kings

The Vietnamese community abroad now numbers around 6.5 million people in 130 countries and territories, with more than 80% residing in developed countries. The community has continued to expand in size, diversity and resources.

Danish and Vietnamese students debate Vietnam’s green growth future. (Photo: VNA)

Contest connects youth, fosters green growth future for Vietnam–Denmark relations

With its innovative, student-centred approach, the public speaking and debate contest on Vietnam’s green growth future underscored the role of cultural and educational diplomacy in promoting mutual understanding and people-to-people exchanges, further strengthening the growing, substantive partnership between Vietnam and Denmark.