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Photo exhibition spotlights Vietnam-Indonesia friendship

The exhibition features 140 artworks, with 70 by Vietnamese photographers and the remainder by Indonesian artists, showcasing vivid images of natural landscapes, traditional culture, customs, and everyday life in both countries.

A visitor at the exhibition. (Photo: VNA)
A visitor at the exhibition. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – A photography exhibition celebrating the Vietnam–Indonesia relations opened on November 26 in Hanoi, marking an important cultural event in the lead-up to the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries (1955–2025).

Titled “Vietnam–Indonesia: Through the Lens of Friendship,” the exhibition was jointly organised by the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA), the Federation of Photographic Societies of Indonesia (FPSI), and the Embassy of Indonesia in Vietnam.

The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Hai Binh, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of Indonesia in Hanoi Jane Rungkat, representatives of diplomatic and cultural organisations, photographers, and members of the public.

The exhibition features 140 artworks, with 70 by Vietnamese photographers and the remainder by Indonesian artists, showcasing vivid images of natural landscapes, traditional culture, customs, and everyday life in both countries.

In her opening remarks, photographer Tran Thi Thu Dong, Vice President of the Vietnam Union of Literary and Art Associations and President of VAPA, said the exhibition is not only a meeting of “light and lines” but also a joyful note in the symphony celebrating seven decades of Vietnam–Indonesia friendship.

Through the shared language of photography, each image becomes a cultural bridge, she said, capturing stories and moments that reflect majestic landscapes, distinctive cultural identities, and the vibrant daily life of people in both countries. The works reveal familiar connections as well as fascinating differences, fostering deeper understanding and mutual respect.

Vietnamese artists proudly present authentic snapshots of their homeland – from breathtaking scenery to the resilience and warmth of people in daily life. Indonesian photographers contribute images rich in colour and spirit, depicting beaches, tropical forests, iconic sites such as Borobudur Temple and Mount Bromo, and lively cultural festivals.

According to FPSI President Agatha Anne Bunanta, the exhibition serves as a bridge connecting the two peoples through artistic creativity.

The exhibition opens until December 25 at the Vietnam Centre for Art Photography Archives and Exhibition No. 3 Ton That Thuyet street, Hanoi./.

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