Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh visits and congratulates the Central Committee of Vietnam Buddhist Sangha and monks, nuns and Buddhists. Photo: VGP/Hai Minh

He said the anniversary is celebrated in Vietnam and the world as the UN recognized Vesak as world religious festival.

He recalled Vietnam’s contribution to world Buddhism as the country hosted Vesak three times. He also reiterated the Party and State’s care for religious people.