Religious organizations work together to build a cultured, civilized, modern, and happy capital city.

Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc and other members of the Standing Committee of the City Party Committee presided over the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

The meeting was chaired by the following comrades: Member of the Political Bureau, Secretary of the City Party Committee Nguyen Duy Ngoc; Member of the Central Committee of the Party, Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, Chairman of the City People's Committee Vu Dai Thang; Standing Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee Nguyen Van Phong; Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, Chairwoman of the City People's Council Phung Thi Hong Ha.

Also attending the meeting were members of the Standing Committee of the City Party Committee, leaders of the City People's Council and People's Committee, and city departments and agencies; along with 44 representatives of religious organizations in the capital city.

Religious organizations have made significant contributions to the construction and development of the capital city.

Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc speaks at the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

In the warm and meaningful atmosphere of the meeting, Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc respectfully extended his heartfelt and profound greetings to the leaders and dignitaries of religious organizations, as well as all religious followers and believers in the capital city. The full and dignified presence of the leaders and dignitaries of religious organizations is a testament to the spirit of solidarity and cooperation between religious organizations and the government and people of Hanoi.

Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc meets with representatives of religious organizations in the capital city. *Photo: Viet Thanh.*

Regarding the implementation of the Capital's political tasks in 2025, Comrade Nguyen Duy Ngoc stated that in 2025, the city will successfully organize the Party Congresses at all levels and the 18th City Party Congress, for the 2025-2030 term.

Hanoi, the capital city, has successfully accomplished all tasks related to Party building, building a clean and strong political system, developing the economy , culture, society, national defense and security, and foreign relations, creating a strong foundation and impetus for the breakthrough development of the capital city in 2026 and the following years.

Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc presents gifts to representatives of religious organizations in the capital city. *Photo: Viet Thanh.*

According to Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc, the city's Party Committee and government are undergoing a strong transformation in thinking, vision, institutional reform, and governance for the development of the capital city, in line with the revolutionary and strategic decisions of the Central Party Committee, the Politburo, and the directives of General Secretary To Lam.

In particular, the Politburo recently agreed in principle to amend Resolution No. 15-NQ/TƯ dated May 5, 2022, the Law on the Capital City in 2024, and to develop a master plan for the Capital City with a 100-year vision. The National Assembly also passed a Resolution on piloting some specific mechanisms and policies to implement large and important projects in the Capital City.

These are crucial political and legal foundations for Hanoi to realize its vision and aspirations for developing the capital city in the new era.

Representatives of religious organizations in Hanoi presented flowers to congratulate the Hanoi Party Committee. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

Comrade Nguyen Duy Ngoc emphasized that these results demonstrate the strong vitality and unity of the entire political system and the people of Hanoi, including the valuable contributions of religious organizations.

The Party Secretary stated that the Party and State have always maintained a consistent viewpoint, policy, and approach regarding religion and religious affairs. People of all religions are an inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation, actively contributing to the implementation of the policy of national unity and religious solidarity in the cause of building and defending the Fatherland for the goal of a prosperous people, a strong nation, democracy, fairness, and civilization.

Hanoi city leaders attended the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

“Hanoi, the capital city, has always been proud to be a model locality in implementing the Party and State's policies on religion. Hanoi is home to many religions, which have developed harmoniously. Religious organizations have accompanied the city government in carrying out socio-economic development tasks, ensuring national defense and security, and are an important social resource, contributing to consolidating national unity, creating social consensus, and forming the foundation for the city's stable and sustainable development,” Comrade Nguyen Duy Ngoc emphasized.

According to the City Party Secretary, through their doctrines and religious laws, religions have contributed to shaping morality and lifestyles, building cultural life, preserving traditional customs, and combating social evils. Many religious followers are successful entrepreneurs, making positive contributions to the budget, creating jobs, and contributing practically to social welfare, charity, and humanitarian activities. They are an important source of social resources and increase the spread of the spirit of compassion in the community. Notable contributions include: donating land for road construction, building new rural areas and civilized urban areas, actively participating in patriotic emulation movements, and upholding moral values.

Representatives of religious organizations in Hanoi at the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

Many religious institutions, clergy, officials, monks, followers, and religions are shining examples in the movement to respond to climate change, protect the environment, beautify the landscape, contribute to maintaining security and order, and ensure socio-political stability. Through these activities, religious organizations clearly demonstrate their role as a bridge to expand foreign relations between the Party, the State, and the people.

"On behalf of the city's leadership, I respectfully acknowledge and express my deepest gratitude for the responsible and heartfelt contributions of the religious leaders and followers in the capital," said City Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc.

On this occasion, City Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc urged religious leaders to continue upholding the tradition of protecting the nation and ensuring the well-being of the people, serving their religion and loving the country, and adhering to the principles of religion, nation, and socialism. They should become a bridge in strengthening national unity, fostering social consensus, and strictly implementing the Law on Beliefs and Religions and guiding documents from all levels of government regarding religious activities. Through this, they should encourage followers of all religions to live virtuous lives, work alongside the city in building a green, clean, and beautiful capital, a smart city, and actively participate in digital transformation, modernization of religious management, and social welfare work in the capital.

Delegates pose for a commemorative photo at the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

On the occasion of the upcoming New Year 2026, the Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, Nguyen Duy Ngoc, extends his best wishes to all religious leaders, officials, and followers of all religions for good health, peace, happiness, and continued success in life, in their actions, in their religious practice, and in their journey of serving the community. May this contribute to spreading the spirit of compassion, kindness, and sharing in the capital city, and to building a cultured, civilized, modern, and happy city.

In the spirit of the approaching Christmas season, Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc respectfully extends his best wishes for a peaceful, warm, and blessed Christmas to all Catholic and Protestant compatriots in the capital city.

Creating favorable conditions for the development of religions.

Venerable Thich Bao Nghiem speaks at the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

Speaking at the meeting, Venerable Thich Bao Nghiem, Vice Chairman of the Central Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha and Head of the Executive Board of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in Hanoi, expressed his deep gratitude to the Party Committee, government, and people of the capital city for always creating favorable conditions for the stable and lawful development of Buddhism in the capital, making positive contributions to the great national unity.

Venerable Thich Bao Nghiem stated that Vietnamese Buddhism in general, including Hanoi Buddhism, is always clearly aware of its responsibility in promoting the tradition of unity and solidarity with the nation. Hanoi Buddhism affirms its commitment to continue working alongside the Party Committee and government at all levels of the city, fostering a spirit of service to make Hanoi a livable and proud place for every citizen.

Pastor Bui Van San speaks at the meeting. *Photo: Viet Thanh*

Pastor Bui Van San, President of the Evangelical Church of Vietnam (Northern Region), respectfully sends his best wishes for health, peace, and happiness in God's grace to the Secretary of the Hanoi City Party Committee, Nguyen Duy Ngoc, and other city leaders.

Pastor Bui Van San emphasized that the Protestant community in Hanoi is very pleased to receive the attention and support from the city authorities in their religious activities. The Protestant community in Hanoi hopes to continue contributing to the development of Hanoi, making it a more civilized, prosperous, and beautiful capital city, worthy of being the heart of the nation and a destination for people around the world.

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