Vietnam Highlights Buddhist Values for Global Peace at UN Ahead of Vesak 2026
Vietnam's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Đỗ Hùng Việt, emphasized that core Buddhist principles like peace, compassion, and interdependence offer practical guidance for state conduct amid ongoing global conflicts. The statement highlighted Vietnam's historical integration of Buddhism into nation-building and cultural identity, alongside its contributions to the international community through successfully hosting Vesak 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.
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