Exhibition 'Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History": A gift from Russia to Vietnamese people
WVR - Precious archival documents from President Ho Chi Minh’s visit to Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, were unveiled for the first time at the Exhibition 'Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History".
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| Director of the Russian Science and Culture Center in Hanoi Vladimir Murashkin speaks at the opening ceremony of the Exhibition. (Photo: Russian House) |
On the evening of March 25, the archival exhibition “Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History” officially opened at the Russian Science and Culture Center in Hanoi, drawing a large audience of students, researchers, and individuals with a keen interest in Vietnam-Russia relations.
In his opening remarks, Vladimir Murashkin, Director of the Russian Science and Culture Center in Hanoi, emphasized that the exhibition showcased historical photos from President Ho Chi Minh's visit to Sverdlovsk, which became an important milestone in the history of friendship between the two countries.
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| Deputy Minister of International and Foreign Economic Relations of the Sverdlovsk Region, Mr. Oleg Sergeevich Alexandrin, expressed his hope that the cooperation between Vietnam and the Russian will continue to grow stronger over time. (Photo: Russian House) |
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The exhibition features numerous valuable materials from the State Archives of Sverdlovsk Oblast, the Documentation Center of Social Organizations of the region, and artifacts provided by the Uralmashzavod History Museum and local residents.
A key highlight of the Exhibition is a collection of rare photographs documenting President Ho Chi Minh’s visit to Sverdlovsk in July 1955. These photographs offer visitors an authentic insight into a remarkable chapter in the history of Vietnam-Russia relations.
Speaking on the significance of the exhibition, Mr. Alexander Sergeevich Alexandrovich, Deputy Minister of International and Economic Relations of the Sverdlovsk Region, emphasized that the exhibition is a meaningful gift from the people of Sverdlovsk to the Vietnamese people on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Russian Federation (January 30, 1950-2025).
“This exhibition is not only a commemorative event, but also a vivid testament to the friendship between our two nations. We hope that young generations in Vietnam will gain a deeper insight into the years of cooperation, the support provided by the Soviet Union during wartime, and the educational programs for Vietnamese students in Sverdlovsk,” said Mr. Alexander Sergeevich Alexandrovich.
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| Deputy Minister of International and Foreign Economic Relations of the Sverdlovsk Region, Mr. Oleg Sergeevich Alexandrin, presented the photo album about President Ho Chi Minh's visit to Sverdlovsk to attendees of the Exhibition. (Photo: Russian House) |
The Soviet Union established diplomatic relations with Vietnam on January 30, 1950. The earliest archival documents in Sverdlovsk related to Vietnam are linked to President Ho Chi Minh’s visit to the region. The Vietnam-Sverdlovsk exhibition draws from these valuable historical records.
The name of the exhibition is derived from official Soviet press publications following President Ho Chi Minh’s visit to the Soviet Union in 1955. Reports from official meetings between Soviet leaders and President Ho Chi Minh at the time stated that negotiations between the two nations in Moscow "demonstrated the unity of views between the Governments of the Soviet Union and the Democratic Republic of Vietnam on international issues as well as in the fields of politics, economy, and culture.”
A particularly significant section of the exhibition is dedicated to President Ho Chi Minh’s visit to Sverdlovsk from July 11-12, 1955.
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| Exhibition 'Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History": Video message from the Director of the State Archives Agency of Sverdlovsk Region. (Photo: Russian House) |
In a video message at the opening ceremony, the Director of the State Archives Agency of Sverdlovsk Region, Russia, highlighted Sverdlovsk Oblast’s contributions to the development of bilateral relations, including the historic visit of the legendary leader Ho Chi Minh.
To commemorate the 70th anniversary of this historic visit, Sverdlovsk Oblast has published a photo album capturing President Ho Chi Minh’s activities in the region.
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| Exhibition 'Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History": One among valuable photos captured moments of President Ho Chi Minh visit's to Sverdlovsk. (Photo: Russian House) |
Following his visit, the first Vietnamese students were sent to study at Ural Polytechnic University, one of the leading higher education institutions in the Sverdlovsk region.
Beyond the display of archival materials, the Exhibition also serves as a platform for cultural exchange, where generations of Vietnamese who studied and worked in the former Soviet Union and present day Russia can reconnect and share their memories. The event has also attracted many young visitors from institutions such as the Academy of Journalism and Communication, the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, the Vietnam Youth Academy,…
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| Exhibition 'Vietnam-Sverdlovsk Oblast: Pages of History": Participants at the event. (Photo: Russian House) |
In addition to historical documents, the exhibition introduces new cooperative initiatives in education and scientific research between Vietnam and Sverdlovsk Oblast. These promising collaborations signal that the strong Vietnam-Russia friendship is not only a legacy of history but also an active and evolving partnership being carried forward by the younger generations.
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