Freedom Of Religion In Vietnam
The Constitution of Vietnam provides for freedom of worship but government restrictions still remain on the organized activities of religious groups.
Read more about Freedom Of Religion In Vietnam: Religious Demography, History of Antireligious Campaign, Implementation of 2004 Legislation, Societal Abuses and Discrimination
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