Declares that the United States should not establish diplomatic relations with the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam until: (1) the demands of Venerable Thich Huyan Quang for the right of the Unified Buddhist Church to exist and function in Vietnam are fully met; (2) he and all other monks, as well as clergy of other religions, who have been detained for the nonviolent expression of dissent are released; (3) such Government abides by internationally accepted standards of religious liberty as outlined in the United Nations Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief, including freedom of conscience and belief and freedom to worship, teach religion, train and appoint clergy, publish and express religious views, and meet with coreligionists abroad; and (4) other major issues of concern in U.S. bilateral relations with Vietnam have been fully resolved.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2945)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
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