Ho Chi Minh Exhibition Held in Laos, Singapore - Emphasizing Solidarity with Vietnam
Exhibitions honoring President Ho Chi Minh were held in Laos and Singapore to celebrate Vietnam's National Day. The Lao Minister of Culture and Tourism praised his liberation struggle, highlighting the special solidarity between the two nations. Commemorative events also took place in Singapore.
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