Photo exhibition marks 50 years of ASEAN–New Zealand dialogue partnership
A photo exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the ASEAN–New Zealand Dialogue Partnership officially opened on May 8 at the ASEAN Secretariat headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Ambassador Ton Thi Ngoc Huong, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to ASEAN, speaks at the opening ceremony of the photo exhibition (Photo: VNA).
Jakarta (VNA) – A photo exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the ASEAN–New Zealand Dialogue Partnership officially opened on May 8 at the ASEAN Secretariat headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Vivid images are on display, reflecting the development journey of the relationship since its establishment in 1975 as well as the depth of the sides’ cooperation across the four central pillars of peace, prosperity, people, and planet.
In her opening remarks, New Zealand Ambassador to ASEAN Joanna Anderson stressed that the exhibition serves as a tribute to the long-standing friendship and the proud achievements jointly cultivated by both sides. She stated that while the event provides an opportunity to reflect on past accomplishments, it also reaffirms the shared commitment of ASEAN and New Zealand to elevate their partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership this year.
ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn praised New Zealand as a reliable partner that has actively contributed to ASEAN Community building and to strengthening the bloc’ centrality in the region.
ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn speaks at the event. (Photo: VNA)
Ambassador Ton Thi Ngoc Huong, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to ASEAN, affirmed that bloc member states are ready to embark on a new chapter with New Zealand and look forward to advancing this legacy partnership this year.
She noted that ASEAN’s current country coordinator for relations with New Zealand, Vietnam is working closely to facilitate discussions between the sides on a comprehensive strategic partnership proposed by New Zealand.
Vietnam is also actively preparing for the 50th anniversary celebrations, and promoting the adoption of the ASEAN–New Zealand joint vision statement and plan of action for 2026-2030.
The exhibition will remain open at the main lobby of the ASE🧜AN Secretariat until May 16./.
ASEAN countries and New Zealand affirmed the importance of bilateral relations, stressing that the two sides share many common concerns, interests, and visions on regional peace, stability, and prosperity.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet affirmed the long-standing and resilient ties between ASEAN and New Zealand, built on mutual trust, respect, and shared values of a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region. Over the past five decades, their relationship has expanded comprehensively and inclusively across multiple sectors under the four cooperation pillars of peace, prosperity, people, and planet.
The official Logo for the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the ASEAN-New Zealand Dialogue Relations was officially announced in a ceremony at the ASEAN Secretariat's headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia on January 9.
The article stressed that throughout his revolutionary career, the founder of modern Vietnam consistently regarded the revolutionary press as a vital part of the Vietnamese Party’s and nation’s revolutionary struggle.
Pichai said the trade talks with the US are important and need to move forward professionally, without regard for any political changes in Thailand, believing that Thailand has clear principles, guidelines and procedures in place.
The tax adjustment supports the Malaysian Government’s strategy to reduce reliance on foreign food supply chains and to assist domestic farmers, a finance official has said.
The proposed venue is located in the Chatuchak area of Bangkok, featuring eight public sites, including Krungthep Aphiwat Central Terminal and several nearby parks.
Connectivity is expected to improve further with the completion of the fifth Laos–Thailand Friendship Bridge by the end of 2025, facilitating logistics and agricultural exports to Vietnam, Thailand, and China.
Two naval gunboats intercepted a fishing vessel carrying 1.5 tonnes of methamphetamine hydrochloride off the coast of the main island of Luzon just before dawn, in a joint operation with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency.
In the today context of socio-economic development and growth, the professionalism of Vietnam’s revolutionary journalists continues to rise, guided by exemplary mastery of new information technologies and the modernisation of their founding principles to preserve the enduring values of revolutionary journalism.
Thai Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce Vuttikrai Leewiraphan Thailand's formal proposal will be substantial enough for the US to consider further detailed negotiations. He hoped for a tariff rate not exceeding 10% and suggested that the US might extend the negotiation period if an agreement is not reached by the July 8 deadline.
Organised by the Ministry of Culture and the Association of Thai Silk & Culture Promotions, the event honors Her Majesty the Queen on her 47th birthday anniversary and promotes Thai craftsmanship on an international stage.
Prensa Latina's recent article on Vietnam’s assurance of smooth and effective transition to a leaner structure highlighted Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s latest directions on implementing 28 resolutions regarding the decentralisation and delegation of authority.
The lab focuses on four key thematic areas: energy transition and green innovation, sustainable agriculture, circular economy and sustainable cities, and nature-based solutions and biodiversity.
The key content of the document titled "Accelerating Innovative Strategies: Addressing the OOSCY Challenges" will be refined further in a seminar preceding the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur this October.
This follows Telegram’s serious failure to address the content that has been repeatedly reported to them, despite various efforts of negotiation and cooperation made by MCMC, it said.
Efforts to empower women must transcend dialogue and translate into concrete commitments, including corporate pledges and government partnerships, according to the spouse of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
The forum featured two in-depth discussion sessions, engaging representatives from governments, think tanks, and businesses from both ASEAN and China, on how to forge closer ties for a common future.
The new FIFA Hub in Jakarta will not only support football development in Indonesia but also serve as a coordination centre for 21 football associations across Southeast and East Asia.
Minister Counselor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen reaffirmed Vietnam’s principled and consistent stance on the Palestine issue, calling for an immediate and lasting ceasefire across the entire Gaza Strip.
PM Anwar Ibrahim affirmed the determination of Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair for 2025, to utilise all viable regional mechanisms of the bloc and work with partners to de-escalate violence and restore a peace process led by Myanmar.
Talking to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Vietnam’s Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925–2025), Nikulina, who is also a veteran journalist of Russia’s Sputnik News, emphasised the vital role of mainstream journalism in defending the truth and maintaining public trust.
