Hanoi: President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received an international delegation of Protestant pastors and two representatives from the US-based Institute for Global Engagement (IGE) in Hanoi on December 4. The visit aims to foster mutual understanding and collaboration between religious communities in Vietnam and their international counterparts.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the delegation is led by IGE President Bob Roberts and is visiting Vietnam from December 1 to 6. This visit is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen relationships and promote dialogue between Vietnamese organizations and global religious groups. The meeting underscored the importance of building bridges across communities and emphasized the role of religious leaders in promoting peace and understanding.

The delegation’s visit includes meetings with various Vietnamese officials and leaders to discuss issues of shared interest, such as religious freedom and interfaith cooperation. These disc
ussions are expected to contribute to the development of more comprehensive policies on religious practices in Vietnam, reflecting the country’s commitment to international collaboration and openness.