The Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Church delegation consists of 12 members led by Most Venerable Trần Tích Địch (Buddhist name Trần Đạo Như), Head of Elders Council and members of the Central Executive Committee, dignitaries representing provinces and cities: Khanh Hoa, Phu Yen, Can Tho, Binh Dinh, Ha Noi. Mr. Dương Ngọc Tấn, Vice-Chairman of the GCRA and officials of Department of Caodai Affairs received the delegation.

The Minh Su religion originated from China under Tang dynasty and was brought into Vietnam in 1863. In 1920, Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Sect established its organizational structure from local to central levels. The principle of Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Church includes self-cultivating, self – enlightenment and in service of fellow human beings. Dignitaries and temples of Minh Su religion actively took part in patriotic activities. In 2008, the Minh Su Church was recognized by the State and re-established its organization with its full name as Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Church, including 51 temples in 18 provinces and cities with more than 10,000 monks and dignitaries. In 2013, Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Church successfully organized its General Congress and strengthened organizational system from local to central levels, established 3 provincial Executive Boards, built and upgraded many temples, set up clinics, etc…

Speaking at the reception, Mr. Dương Ngọc Tấn highly valued contributions by the Minh Su Theravada Buddhist Church in the construction and defense of the country over the past time and stated that the State and Party always create favorable conditions for religious organizations, including Minh Su religion, to conduct activities in accordance with religious Charter, rules and state laws. He expressed his hope that dignitaries will strengthen unity and guide religious activities under the motto “better secular and religious life”./.