HANOI – The construction of Salamad Mosque, the only mosque in Long Xuyen, Vietnam, has resumed after a temporary halt due to permit issues related to an additional floor. Mid-May 2025 marked a new chapter in the mosque’s development.
Azhar Rizal, a staff member at the Indonesian Embassy in Hanoi, explained that the initial construction permit differed from the updated funding plan submitted by the mosque committee, which required a revision.
“The delay was due to a discrepancy in the floor number stated in the original permit and the funding request made to Indonesia. When the structure began to rise, the local authorities questioned it. Alhamdulillah, following a visit by the Indonesian Embassy and philanthropic team, the permit issue has been resolved and construction can now proceed,” Azhar said.
He noted that the progress remains at around 70%, with no significant updates since the pause.
“Now that the additional floor has been approved, construction is back on track. But because of the delay, the building is still roughly 70% completed,” he added.
While the mosque is under renovation, the local Muslim community continues to hold congregational prayers at a nearby two-story home generously offered by a resident.
Azhar, along with the Muslim community in Long Xuyen, hopes the mosque — a central place of worship and community — can be completed soon.
“We’re hoping it can be finished by mid-next month, but realistically, it may take another two months,” Azhar concluded.