The VBS asks for suspension of religious activities in COVID-19 affected localities. - Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - The Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha ( VBS) has directed the suspension of all religious activities and mass gatherings in localities where COVID-19 cases have been reported or there is a high risk of The VBS said considering the ongoing complex developments of the pandemic, monks and nuns at pagodas and places of worship must strictly follow directives of the Prime Minister, COVID-19 prevention regulations of the Health Ministry, and directive documents of People's Committees of provinces and cities nationwide.