The World and Vietnam Report reflects on 80 years of the nation's glorious journey and revolutionary diplomacy
WVR - On September 12, the World and Vietnam Report organized a visit to the national exhibition "80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness" at the National Exposition Center (VEC), while also holding a session celebrating the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam's diplomatic sector (August 28, 1945 – August 28, 2025).
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| The delegation members were truly impressed by the outstanding diplomatic achievements vividly displayed on panels and LED screens. Over 80 years of independence and freedom, Vietnam has established diplomatic relations with 194 countries, including 38 Comprehensive Strategic Partners, Strategic Partners, and Comprehensive Partners; established relations with 259 political parties from 119 countries; participated in 17 bilateral and multilateral free trade agreements; successfully obtained 73 UNESCO titles and heritage recognitions; and is a member of over 70 intergovernmental and regional organizations worldwide. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| In the exhibition space dedicated to 80 years of Vietnamese diplomacy, hundreds of images, documents, and valuable artifacts were meticulously selected from various domestic and international sources, including many documents published for the first time. Pictured is the gavel used by Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son while chairing the United Nations Security Council Ministerial Open Debate in April 2021. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| Visiting each exhibition space, witnessing historical artifacts firsthand, and admiring images of the 80-year journey of serving the nation, each staff member of the World and Vietnam Report gains a deeper understanding of the glorious journey of previous generations and the revolutionary diplomacy of Vietnam founded, directly guided, and nurtured by President Ho Chi Minh. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| Each document and artifact vividly illustrates the role of Vietnamese diplomacy in creating and maintaining a peaceful, stable environment and maximizing external resources and favourable conditions to serve the country's strategic goals, enhancing Vietnam's position on the international stage. Notable artifacts include the Declaration of Independence (September 2, 1945), the Geneva Agreement on the cessation of hostilities in Vietnam (July 21, 1954), the Paris Agreement on ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam (January 27, 1973), a book with 10,000 signatures from the Cuban people supporting Vietnam, the UN General Assembly resolution admitting Vietnam as a UN member (1977), and the decision on Vietnam's accession to the WTO (2006)... (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| The notebooks of "Madame" Nguyen Thi Binh, Head of the delegation of the National Liberation Front of South Vietnam during the Paris Peace Talks. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| This meaningful activity contributes to raising awareness and fostering pride in the glorious and heroic traditions of the country and the Vietnamese diplomatic sector among officials, staff, and reporters. It also continues to inspire responsibility and creativity in fulfilling tasks, better meeting the professional requirements of the new phase. In the photo, the World and Vietnam Report team takes a commemorative photo at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' exhibition space themed "Diplomacy in the Ho Chi Minh Era: 80 Years of Dedicated Service to the Nation". (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| The exhibition space is divided into three sections, vividly recreating the pivotal events of Vietnamese diplomacy over eight decades. Section 1 "Diplomacy Serving the Cause of Liberation and National Construction (1945–1986)" highlights the role of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from its inception under the guidance of President Ho Cho Minh, with historical milestones such as the Dien Bien Phu victory (1954) and the Paris Agreement (1973). Section 2 "Vietnamese Diplomacy in the Era of Opening, Integration, and Growth (1986–present)" showcases artifacts and documents on major milestones such as Vietnam's admission to ASEAN (1995), normalizing relations with the U.S. (1995), and joining the World Trade Organization (WTO) (2007). Pictured is Section 3 with an engaging interactive experience, allowing visitors to "check-in" at a podium simulating the UN General Assembly, reflecting the aspiration to reach international stature and the readiness to shoulder responsibilities by generations of Vietnamese diplomats. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| At the Kim Quy exhibition hall, the delegation explored six exhibition spaces with themes such as "Vietnam - Country - People"; "95 Years of the Party's Guiding Light"; "Creating Development"; "Prosperous Province, Strong Nation"; "Economic Locomotive"; "Startup for Nation Building". Through this, members gained a deeper understanding of the role and mission of the press, including external relations journalism, in the current integration phase. It also heightened awareness of political responsibility and professional expertise, providing motivation to continue accompanying and serving the country on its new journey, contributing to spreading the image of a peaceful, friendly, dynamic, and developing Vietnam. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| The delegation also visited the exhibition spaces of localities to gain a deeper understanding of the breath and stature of the country's development following the implementation of the policy of provincial and city mergers and the reorganization of the two-tier administrative apparatus, marking a new development phase in building a modern, streamlined, effective, and efficient administration. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| The delegation at the conservation on local culture and traditional customs. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
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| Participants take commemorative photos at the exhibition space of Bac Ninh province. (Photo: Anh Tuan) |
