Delegates visit the exhibition. VNA/VNS Photo

VIENTIANE - The Lao Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism on April 30 launched a photo exhibition celebrating Việt Nam’s 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

Representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and numerous officials and staff from relevant agencies of both Việt Nam and Laos attended the opening.

Speaking at the event, Lao Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism Suansavanh Viyaket emphasised the historical significance of the Hồ Chí Minh Campaign victory on April 30, 1975.

The minister highlighted that throughout history, former high-ranking leaders, experts, volunteer soldiers, and people of Laos and Việt Nam have consistently engaged in mutual visits, shared experiences, and exchanged valuable lessons to support each other's national development.

She emphasised that the victory on April 30, 1975, was not only a triumph for the army and people of Việt Nam but also a shared victory for the united forces and the special combat alliance between Laos and Việt Nam. Furthermore, it represented a victory for the three Indochinese nations - Laos, Việt Nam, and Cambodia. This victory has brought about stable politics and continuous economic growth for Việt Nam, improved living standards for its people, and a stronger, happier nation.

The exhibition features 120 photographs vividly depicting the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos.

It runs until today at the Lao National Culture Hall in Vientiane. VNA/VNS