Official welcoming ceremony for Indonesian President Joko Widodo

The welcoming ceremony for Indonesian President Joko Widodo's state visit to Vietnam was held with great solemnity, according to the highest protocol reserved for heads of state. President Vo Van Thuong presided over the ceremony, and a 21-gun salute sounded to the national anthems of both countries.

Following the welcoming ceremony, the two leaders held talks, witnessed the signing of documents, and met with the press. It is expected that today, the Indonesian President will also meet with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue; and together with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, meet with a number of prominent businesses from Vietnam and Indonesia.

During the visit, President Vo Van Thuong and the Indonesian President attended a martial arts performance at the Quan Ngua Sports Palace.

President Vo Van Thuong and Indonesian President Joko Widodo perform the flag-raising ceremony.

A 21-gun salute rang out to the sound of the national anthems of both countries.

The two heads of state bowed to the "Victory" flag of the Vietnam People's Army.

President Vo Van Thuong and Indonesian President Joko Widodo review the honor guard of the Vietnam People's Army.

Immediately after the welcoming ceremony, the two sides held talks.

President Vo Van Thuong at the meeting.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo at the talks.

Earlier, President Joko Widodo laid a wreath at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and paid respects at the Monument to the Martyrs.

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