While paying lip service to religious freedom and individual liberty. the Communist government of Vietnam continues to persecute those who question the authority of the state. including those in the Buddhist church who stand not only for freedom. but also for freedom to worship. On July 15 Vietnam imposed prison sentences of 10 months to 2 year on 10 members of a religious group for engaging in heretical propaganda because they believe in their religious beliefs. The heart of JacksonVanik focuses on freedom of emigration. Vietnam continues to restrict the right of its citizens to emigrate. I cannot even begin to tell you how many cases my office deals with concerning families who are split because Vietnamese authorities will not allow the emigration of a family member. Despite these problems. I believe that. given time.
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