English review

(DTTG) - Abstract: This article affirms the consistent policy and stance of the Vietnamese Party and State in ensuring freedom of belief and religion and promoting socio-economic development for the Khmer people. The author focuses on identifying and refuting the distorted narratives of hostile forces, particularly the “Khmer Krom Federation” (KKF), about human rights and religious freedom in the Southwestern region of Vietnam. Through the training of religious leaders, the restoration of temples, and the organization of traditional festivals such as the Kathina robe offering, the Khmer Theravada Buddhist tradition demonstrates a strong connection with national unity, contributing to maintaining political security and social order in the new context.

(DTTG) - Abstract: This article focuses on researching the role of contemporary grassroots cultural institutions in meeting the needs of ethnic minority communities for enjoying and creating cultural values; Analyzing the results achieved during the period of 2021-2025, this research proposes several solutions to improve the effectiveness of these institutions in the coming period.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Although clothing and festivals are two distinct cultural elements, but they are closely interconnected. Festivals provide an environment where costumes clearly express their roles from various perspectives, while costumes contribute to showcasing the distinctive character of the festival. Preserving and promoting the value of traditional costumes is inseparable from preserving the festivals of ethnic minorities in Vietnam.

(DTTG) - Abstract: The cultural space of the Central Highlands’ gong culture is a vital foundation that determines the existence and continuity of this heritage in the community life of the local ethnic groups. This article approaches the preservation of gong culture from the perspective of preserving “cultural space”, considering this a prerequisite for gong culture to survive and adapt over time, rather than merely existing in the form of performances or documentary preservation. In the context of social change, urbanization, and the impact of the market economy, traditional living spaces associated with gongs are shrinking and becoming distorted, leading to the risk of a disruption in cultural practices. Based on an analysis of the organic relationship between gongs, village space, rituals, and the community, the author addresses the central role of the community in preserving the living space of heritage, while proposing conservation directions linked to daily life, sustainable development and adaptation to the current context.

(DTTG) - Abstract: The Ha Nhi people in Lao Cai province, mainly belonging to the Black Ha Nhi ethnic group, living concentrated in the high mountainous area of ​​Bat Xat commune. Through their long-term habitation and farming practices, this community has developed a close relationship with the forest, viewing it both as a living space and a sacred entity in their cultural and religious life. Based on their agricultural production experience and traditional beliefs, the Ha Nhi people have developed a rich system of folk knowledge in their interactions with the forest, expressed through community conventions, customary laws, religious rituals and farming practices aimed at rationally exploiting and sustainably protecting forest resources. This article focuses on analyzing the content and role of folk knowledge in forest protection among the Ha Nhi people, thereby clarifying the socio-cultural values ​​and practical significance of this knowledge system for forest resource management and sustainable development in the locality today.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Vietnamese festivals are inherently a transcendental space, where people seek harmony between the individual and the community between reality and spirituality. However, under the pressure of the market economy and the shift in social values, festivals are gradually becoming materialistic. The phenomenon of commercialization is not simply the emergence of buying and selling activities, but more fundamentally, it is a transformation in the nature of cultural behaviors. This article delves into an analysis of the commercialization of traditional festivals in Vietnam within the context of global integration. Through commercialization approaches, it’s not just the intrusion of buying and selling activities into sacred spaces, but also a transformation of the very nature of religious belief. With 4 core groups of causes: (1) Deviation in the spiritual consciousness of modern inhabitants; (2) Pressure for local economic growth; (3) The breakdown of the community’s role as a subject; (4) Gaps in state management, from there, strategic solutions are proposed to restore the true value of the festival, placing the community at the center of all conservation activities.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Building a team of ethnic minority cadres is an important aspect of the Party and State’s personnel and ethnic affairs. This article analyzes the Party’s consistent stance on this issue; assessing the achievements made so far; pointing out the limitations and shortcomings from practice. Based on that, several solutions are proposed to improve the effectiveness of building a team of ethnic minority cadres in the coming period, contributing to strengthening national unity, promoting sustainable development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Songkran originates from the Sanskrit term Sankranti, which means transfer or entry. In ancient Brahmanical tradition, this is the time when the Sun completes its cycle in Pisces and enters Aries. For Thais, Songkran is a milestone in the calendar and a transitional ritual. This is the boundary between the old and the new, between the dust of the world and the purity of the spirit. Songkran is a sacred space where people perform purification rituals to cast off the misfortunes of the old year and welcome the blessings of the new year. This article analyzes the Songkran festival of Thailand, clarifying its origins and adaptations within Theravada Buddhism and indigenous Thai beliefs; Decoding the symbolism of “water”, “sand tower”, practices for cleansing karma and accumulating merit; Assessing the role of Songkran in shaping national identity and status after its recognition by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity in 2023.

(DTTG) - Between the towering mountain ranges of Ha Giang, Son La, Dien Bien, and Lao Cai provinces, as the morning mist still lingers over the cornfields, a familiar sound resonates like the breath of the earth and sky, deep, resonant and poignant. That is the sound of the Mong flute. That sound is not just music, but also the voice of the heart, the memory, the soul of an entire community living in close connection with the mountains and forests.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Vietnam is a country with a long-standing cultural tradition, rich national identity, and a diverse and vibrant religious life with approximately 27.7 million followers, accounting for over 27.7% of the country’s population. People of all religions are an inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation; therefore, ensuring the freedom of belief and religion for all is always a consistent policy of the Vietnamese Party and State, to be the core element in uniting people of all religions within the great national unity, making a significant contribution to the building and development of the country. This consistency has fostered trust, forming the basis for uniting people of all religions and firmly consolidating national unity.

(DTTG) - Abstract: A religious wedding ceremony is an important ritual, marking the establishment of a marital relationship not only socially but also spiritually and religiously. In many religions, marriage is considered a sacred event, signifying the commitment of a couple to their community and to the divine being they worship. hrough rituals, vows, and religious symbols, the wedding ceremony contributes to strengthening moral values, family responsibilities and the stability of married life. Especially for followers of various religions, the wedding ceremony becomes even more meaningful as it is not only the union of two people driven by love, but also the bonding of two souls who share the same faith and religious sentiments.

(DTTG) - Abstract: The Mekong Delta plays a special role in socio-economic development and is also an important cultural space for the Khmer people. Changes in livelihoods, the impact of climate change and the lure of labor to development centers have increased the migration of the Khmer people and brought with it the risk of a disruption in the transmission of their culture. This article contributes to the analysis of the current state of labor migration and its impact on cultural transmission among the Khmer ethnic group in the Mekong Delta.

(DTTG) - Abstract: The explosion of information technology and social media platforms in the digital age has created opportunities but also posed unprecedented challenges to religious afairs. Religion, by its very nature is about belief and sacredness, when it becomes the subject of online media crises, it often spreads at an alarming rate and causes complex social consequences. This article focuses on analyzing perceptions of the religious media crisis, identifying its actual manifestations in Vietnam and proposing a comprehensive system of solutions for both state management agencies and religious organizations to effectively adapt to and control the new situation.

(DTTG) - Abstract: Our country has many religions coexisting, with 16 religions and over 27 million followers, accounting for approximately 27% of the population. Religions contain many positive values ​​and contribute positively to building the morality and lifestyle of the Vietnamese people. From providing moral values ​​to regulating human behavior and conduct towards society and the natural environment, religion plays a role in preserving the beauty of traditional morality and fostering a virtuous lifestyle, contributing to guiding Vietnamese people towards truth, goodness and beauty.

(DTTG) - Abstract: This article provides a general analysis of the results of ethnic affairs in 2025 in the context of governance reform and the vigorous implementation of the National Target Program for socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas. Based on an assessment of achievements in institutional reform, infrastructure development, multidimensional poverty reduction, cultural preservation and human resource quality improvement, the author points out structural issues that need further research, including livelihood sustainability, cultural preservation, policy implementation capacity, the impact of climate change and the requirements for digital transformation… Therefore, this article proposes a vision for ethnic affairs in the period of 2026-2030 towards modern governance, based on data, community-centered and promoting sustainable development, thereby aiming to narrow regional disparities and improve the quality of life for ethnic minorities.

(DTTG) - Khuoi Ky Stone Village, located in Dam Thuy commune, Cao Bang province is an ancient village over 400 years old of the Tay ethnic group, famous for its stilt houses with walls, foundations and pillars made entirely of stone and roofed with yin-yang tiles, creating a unique and ancient architectural style. With its back against the mountains and its front facing the stream, the village is not only a place of residence but also a cultural and spiritual symbol, attracting tourists to explore its pristine beauty and experience the local culture.