Former Vietnamese graduates from Australia met at the annual gala night in Hanoi on July 19, which auctioned displayed photos to support disadvantaged pediatric patients at the K Hospital.

This year’s gala showcased photos on Australian people and landscape taken by former students studying in the kangaroo country.

On the occasion, Australian ambassador Allaster Cox presented insignias to individuals who have made positive contributions to the operations of the Vietnamese Graduates from Australia Club (VGAC).

After 18 years of establishment, under the sponsor of the Australia Education Institute, Australian Embassy, Australian universities and businesses of both Australia and Vietnam, VGAC has organised many activities to offer its members chances for further study, career development as well as to take part in charitable work.

Contribution of former Vietnamese students in Australia has helped strengthen Vietnam-Australia relations./.