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A Tach was arrested in 2012 for his religious activities with the Ha Mon Catholic Church, which operates outside of the state-controlled religious framework. The government accused Tach of involvement in separatist activities related to his faith. In May 2013, he was sentenced to 11 years in prison — with an additional three to five years of probation — for “undermining national unity policy.” The charges against Tach are believed to be politically motivated, and which highlight the Vietnamese government’s crackdown on independent religious groups.
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A Tach was arrested in 2012 for his religious activities with the Ha Mon Catholic Church, which operates outside of the state-controlled religious framework. The government accused Tach of involvement in separatist activities related to his faith. In May 2013, he was sentenced to 11 years in prison — with an additional three to five years of probation — for “undermining national unity policy.” The charges against Tach are believed to be politically motivated, and which highlight the Vietnamese government’s crackdown on independent religious groups.
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Legal Status
Yes — He has been officially sentenced.
Health Status
Not good — Although previously listed as "good," his actual condition is concerning. He has suffered a stroke while in detention and has not received adequate medical care, which has led to a decline in his health.
Family Information
A Tach was arrested in 2012 for his religious activities with the Ha Mon Catholic Church, which operates outside of the state-controlled religious framework. The government accused Tach of involvement in separatist activities related to his faith. In May 2013, he was sentenced to 11 years in prison — with an additional three to five years of probation — for “undermining national unity policy.” The charges against Tach are believed to be politically motivated, and which highlight the Vietnamese government’s crackdown on independent religious groups.