Duong Hong Hieu was arrested on April 26, 2024 for allegedly “abusing democratic freedoms” under Article 331 of the Penal Code due to his Facebook posts. He is known to be critical on Facebook of Venerable Thich Chan Quang, a controversial monk known for provocative lectures on social issues, as well as of the destruction of historical relics in the country such as Phu Dung Pagoda and Binh San mountain forest.
Duong Hong Hieu
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Online Commentator
Country:Vietnam
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Male
Status:Detained
Years active:2024