Global yacht race clipper named “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam”
A participating clipper of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2019-2020 was named “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam” at a ceremony held in London’s St Katherine Docks on August 29.
London (VNA) – A participating clipper of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race2019-2020 was named “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam” at a ceremony held in London’s St Katherine Docks on August 29.
Among prominentguests at the naming event were Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh People’sCommittee Bui Van Khang; Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Tran Ngoc An; SirRobin Knox-Johnston, Executive Chairman and co-founder of Clipper Ventures Plc.;and Edward Vaizey, UK PrimeMinister's Trade Envoy to Vietnam.
Vietnam’s northeastern province of Quang Ninh has recently signeda cooperation agreement with Clipper Ventures on its participation in theClipper Round the World Yacht Race 2019-2020 and hosting of the 2021-2022edition.
According to the pact, from the 2019-2020 edition, Quang Ninhis officially a team partner of the race and is the only representativelocality of Vietnam to have a team named “Ha Long Bay – Viet Nam” taking partin the global sailing race.
As such, the province has its own clipper and team bearingthe logo of the local Ha Long Bay. Recognised as a world natural heritage siteby UNESCO in 1994 and 2000, the bay spans 1,553 square kilometres and featuresthousands of limestone karsts and islets in various shapes and sizes.
In an interview with the Vietnam News Agency, Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh People’sCommittee Bui Van Khang said the race is a good opportunity for his province toattract investment, promote tourism, and exchange culture with the UK and otherdestination countries along the journey.
He unveiled thatQuang Ninh will launch a series of tourism promotion activities associated tothe race.
The Clipper Roundthe World Yacht Race has been held for more than 20 years and become an annualevent with the participation of about 70 clippers.
The 40,000 nauticalmile adventure will take place within 11 months.
The Clipper Race2019-2020 is scheduled to start on September 1 with 8 legs starting from St KatherineDocks. The fleet will complete its circumnavigation when it returns elevenmonths later, in August 2020./.
The northeastern province of Quang Ninh will join the partnership of the Clipper Round the World Race 2019-2020 to host the event of in 2021-2022, and send a team to take part in the race in the UK in September, according to a local leading official.
Quang Ninh has signed a cooperation agreement with Clipper Ventures on the participation of the northeastern province in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2019-2020 and hosting of the 2021-2022 edition.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam” clipper (Photo: VNA) 
