Hanoi: Madame Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, welcomed Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of Azerbaijan’s Heydar Aliyev Foundation, at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum. The meeting took place on April 22, where Ly introduced her guest to Vietnam’s artistic works that reflect its cultural traits and history, including nine national heritage items. These featured the 16th-century Statue of the Bodhisattva Avalokisteshvara and renowned paintings such as ‘Two young women and a child’ (1944) by master artist To Ngoc Van and “Little Sister Thuy” (1943) by Tran Van Can. The collection also included traditional lacquer works and modern Vietnamese paintings rich in national identity.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the visit aimed to strengthen cultural ties between Vietnam and Azerbaijan. Leyla Aliyeva’s role as Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation involves promoting cultural and historical appreciation, and her visit to the museum was in line with these objectives. The meeting underscored the importance of cultural exchange and cooperation between the two nations, showcasing Vietnam’s rich artistic heritage to international guests.