On June 12, at Bien Hung Park, the Tran Bien ward General Services Center, in coordination with the Branch of Resident Journalists in Dong Nai, organized a photo exhibition and awards ceremony for the first “Dong Nai Moments” Photojournalism Contest 2026.

According to the organizing board, a notable feature of this year’s contest was the ability of many entries to capture newsworthy moments through sharp journalistic perspectives and strong storytelling. Many photographs not only vividly reflected social life but also showcased the dynamic, generous, down-to-earth, and compassionate spirit of Dong Nai, a locality that is steadily advancing into a new stage of development. Several works also highlighted Tran Bien ward, widely regarded as the “heart” of Dong Nai City.

At the awards ceremony, the organizers presented 12 prizes, including one first prize, two second prizes, three third prizes, and six consolation prizes.

The first prize was awarded to Khoanh khac lich su Dong Nai (Historic Moment of Dong Nai) by Cong Nghia from Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio, Television (DNNRTV). The photograph captured the solemn moment on the evening of May 18, 2026, when To Lam, Party General Secretary and State President, personally presented the National Assembly’s resolution establishing Dong Nai City to the Dong Nai City Party Committee’s Standing Board. The image documents a landmark event of profound historical significance for the local Party organization, government, and people.

Historic Moment of Dong Nai

The second prize went to Binh minh tren San bay Long Thanh (Sunrise over Long Thanh Airport) by Phuoc Tuan of Dan Tri Newspaper. The photograph was taken on the morning of December 15, 2025, as Long Thanh International Airport prepared to welcome its first technical flight.

Sunrise over Long Thanh Airport

Another second prize was awarded to Sac mau tho cam cua nguoi S’tieng (The Colors of S’tieng Brocade) by Nhat Son of Nhan Dan Newspaper.

Colors of S’tieng Brocade

The third prize was awarded to Luu lai khoanh khac Dong Nai len thanh pho (Preserving the moment as Dong Nai became a city) by Phuoc Tuan of VnExpress. After completing their escort duties and ensuring the safe departure of senior Party and State leaders following the ceremony announcing the National Assembly’s resolution on the establishment of Dong Nai City on May 18, female traffic police officers joined delegates and local residents in capturing memorable photographs of the historic occasion.

Preserving the moment as Dong Nai became a city

Another third prize went to Anh sang tu nhung doi tay (Light from Working Hands) by Le Xuan of the Vietnam News Agency. Under inspection lamps used to check product quality, workers at Co Co Vietnam Food Joint Stock Company in Dong Nai are seen performing their tasks with precision, concentration and a strong sense of responsibility.

Light from Working Hands

The consolation prize winners included: Sieu cau day vang Extradosed Phuoc An co nhip chinh dai nhat Dong Nam A vuon minh tren dong Thi Vai (Phuoc An extradosed cable-stayed bridge, home to Southeast Asia’s longest main span) by Nguyen Nham of Construction Newspaper. Captured from above, the image shows Phuoc An bridge rising prominently over the Thi Vai River as its spans gradually connect. As a major transportation project linking Dong Nai City and Ho Chi Minh City, the bridge is distinguished by its 250-meter main span, the longest among Extradosed cable-stayed bridges in Southeast Asia.

Lanh dao phuong Tran Bien doc thuc cac du an trong diem (Tran Bien ward leaders urge progress on key projects) by Thuy Anh of the Tran Bien ward General Services Center.

Net dep thoi gian (Beauty of Time) by My Ny of DNNRTV.

Truyen lua (Passing on the Flame) by Duong Hinh of Thanh Nien Newspaper. The photograph depicts Dieu Yet, a resident of Bu Gia Map commune, teaching traditional basket-weaving skills to younger generations, helping preserve an important cultural heritage.

Thao nguyen xanh rong hang tram hecta giua long ho Tri An (Vast Green Meadow Emerges in the heart of Tri An Lake) by A Loc of Tuoi Tre Newspaper. The image captures a rare landscape that emerged after prolonged drought caused by the El Niño phenomenon lowered the lake’s water level by more than 10 meters, bringing it close to the dead-water threshold.

Suong som Ta Lai (Early morning mist in Ta Lai) by Thuy Tien of DNNRTV.