Photo exhibition on Vietnam draws international attention at UN
Photos on display also reflected religious freedom and achievements in education, healthcare, and social equality in Vietnam, as well as the country's human rights progress through effective domestic policies and international cooperation.
Ambassador Mai Phan Dung delivers opening remarks at the photo exhibition (Photo: VNA)
Geneva (VNA) - A photo exhibition themed “Vietnam – Identity, Humanity and Integration” was held on June 30 in Geneva, Switzerland, by the Permanent Office of the Vietnamese Government's Steering Committee for Human Rights and the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN).
The event aimed to promote Vietnamese culture and people while reaffirming the country’s strong commitment to human rights. It was also expected to support Vietnam’s candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026–2028 term.
The exhibition featured vibrant photos highlighting Vietnam’s landscapes such as Ha Long Bay, terraced fields in the northwest, and heritage sites like Hoi An and Cham Towers. The images portrayed a rich cultural tapestry of 54 ethnic groups, showcasing daily life, traditional costumes, and festivals.
Photos on display also reflected religious freedom and achievements in education, healthcare, and social equality in Vietnam, as well as the country's human rights progress through effective domestic policies and international cooperation.
Vietnam, as a responsible UN member, continues to strengthen legal frameworks and implement inclusive policies for women, children, persons with disabilities, and ethnic minorities, especially those in remote areas.
UN journalist Alain Jourdan praised the exhibition as a testament to Vietnam’s constructive participation in multilateral activities, noting its contribution to promoting dialogue and peace amid global uncertainties.
The exhibition received strong support from diplomats and visitors, who appreciated its artistic value and powerful message of sustainability, global responsibility, and national unity./.
Despite the immense pain and loss endured, Vietnam has consistently chosen the path of peace, cooperation, and reconciliation — principles that lie at the heart of the UN Charter.
Vietnam will continue to coordinate closely with and make positive contributions to the initiatives and collective work of the Group of 77 (G77) developing nations, said Ambassador Do Hung Viet, head of the Vietnamese Permanent Mission to the UN.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
This is not just about redrawing boundaries, but a deliberate effort to reorganise Vietnam’s economic landscape, fostering stronger, more cohesive regions that can compete on the global stage, Secretary of the Swiss-Vietnam Economic Forum (SVEF) Rachel Isenschmid said, referring to the merger of provincial and communal units in the country.
The Law on Archives 2024 and its guiding documents, which took effect on July 1, 2025, provide a comprehensive legal foundation for the management of electronic documents. This framework supports the implementation of strategic, breakthrough decisions by the central government on restructuring the two-tier local administration system.
The country will showcase legal reforms, including the abolition of the death penalty for eight crimes in the Penal Code, the passage of the Law on Juvenile Justice, and amendments to the Law on Human Trafficking Prevention and Combat.
As the whole nation implemented the two-tier local government system on July 1, all 168 wards, communes, and special zones in Ho Chi Minh City swiftly came into full operation, with public servants beginning to process administrative procedures seamlessly from the very first day.
OV have shown interest in investing and supporting the homeland’s development, she said, adding that if administrative procedures are simplified, they will have greater motivation to return and take part in building the country.
With a view to fostering rapid and sustainable tourism growth, Vietnam is professionalising its promotion strategy, focusing on digital technology and market diversification. Consistent communication campaigns, launched both domestically and internationally, will promote the new slogan “Vietnam – Travel to love,” highlighting the country as a safe, hospitable, high-quality, and experience-rich destination.
Foreigners holding valid temporary or permanent residence permits in Vietnam are eligible to obtain the digital ID, making it easier for them to complete online administrative procedures while reducing processing time, paperwork and direct contact requirements.
Taking place at Sint-Paulus School, the gathering recreated a vibrant Vietnamese cultural space with traditional food, music, and traditional long dress performances.
Marking this sacred historic moment and celebrating the country's entry into a new era of national advancement, at exactly midnight on July 1, nearly 1,000 monks, nuns, and Buddhist followers from the Vietnam Buddhist University (VBU) in Hanoi solemnly held a grand prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an urgent directive to aviation units nationwide, calling for strengthened flight safety measures during the summer peak travel period and in anticipation of adverse weather conditions such as thunderstorms.
An exhibition on President Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary career in China has been jointly held by the Guangdong Museum of Revolutionary History of China and the Ho Chi Minh Museum of Vietnam as part of activities to celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations and the Year of Humanistic Exchange 2025 between the two nations.
Provincial-level administrations will be authorised to grant land use right certificates in a range of cases, including land area expansion due to boundary adjustments, reissuance of lost certificates, and revocation of improperly issued certificates.
Today’s support for two families in Trung Yen commune, Son Duong district, Tuyen Quang province is a heartfelt gesture from the Vietnam News Agency and its staff, offering encouragement and practical help to those in need.
Looking ahead, the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel encourages the community to continue upholding their spirit of unity and mutual support, overcome current difficulties, and gradually resume normal life, work, and study.
A Vietnam tourism promotion event, part of the "Vietnam Tourism Roadshow in Europe," was held in Prague, the Czech Republic, drawing attention from local travel businesses, media, and partners.
