During the exposition of the Holy Relics of the Buddha in Vietnam, held to coincide with the United Nations (UN) Day of Vesak 2025, a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to enhance cooperation and uphold the teachings of the Buddha centered on peace, compassion, and wisdom. The event took place in the presence of the Indian delegation led by Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju.
The MoU was signed between Ven. Shartse Khensur Rinpoche Jangchup Choeden, Secretary General of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), and Most Ven. Dr. Thich Thien Nhon, President of the National Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) and member of the IBC Dhamma Council. This agreement builds on the earlier accord signed on 29 May 2022, reaffirming both organizations’ commitment to advancing shared Buddhist values and deepening cooperation.
As part of the same event, the Vietnam Chapter of the International Buddhist Confederation was officially launched. This declaration was witnessed by Most Ven. Thich Thien Phap, Vice President of the VBS Sangha, and Mr. Abhijit Halder, Director General of IBC. Dignitaries including the Indian Ambassador to Vietnam, Shri Sandeep Arya, and Most Ven. Dr. Thich Nhat Tu, Standing Vice Chancellor of Vietnam Buddhist University and Vice President of IBC, were also present, alongside senior Sangha members and active contributors to India-Vietnam Buddhist engagement.