The 2025 HUAWEI XMAGE Awards Ceremony, alongside the "The World, You and Me" Annual Imaging Exhibition, opened on November 12 at the Grand Palais in Paris. This year, Filipino photographers Rhon Velarde and Mark Padecio captured global attention, earning acclaim for their outstanding works that showcase the Philippines’ vibrant creative spirit.
Hosted jointly alongside Paris Photo, one of the world’s most prestigious photography showcases founded in 1997, the event attracted a distinguished mix of accomplished creators, influential media representatives, industry leaders, and passionate photography enthusiasts.