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Refuting distorted claims regarding certain provisions in Article 14 of the 2016 Law on Belief and Religion

Refuting distorted claims regarding certain provisions in Article 14 of the 2016 Law on Belief and Religion

English review | Anh Vu - 14:44, 28/10/2026
(DTTG) - Abstract: The Law on Belief and Religion of 2026 (Law No. 07/2026/QH16) marks a significant step forward in refining the framework for state management and ensuring the right to freedom of belief and religion, in alignment with the digital era. In particular, Article 14 which addresses the representatives and management boards of places of worship, further reinforces the role of the “local community” as the primary subject. However, hostile forces have propagated various distorted claims regarding this provision, baselessly accusing the State of imposing administrative control over spiritual activities and stripping citizens of their autonomy. This article analyzes the legal substance of Article 14, identifies the tactics used to misrepresent it, and proposes measures to counter and refute such claims.