Hanoi works to ensure security, safety for SEA Games 31
The Hanoi Department of Public Security is making preparations to ensure security and safety for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31), slated for May 12-23 in the capital city and surrounding localities.
Hanoi (VNA) – The Hanoi Department of Public Security is making preparations to ensure security and safety for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31), slated for May 12-23 in the capital city andsurrounding localities.
According to the department, it has coordinated with theMinistry of Public Security’s forces in building detailed plans to ensurepolitical security and social order and safety before, during and after theopening and closing ceremonies of the Games.
It has also joined hands with relevant agencies to ensure a smooth flow of traffic.
The municipal Department of Public Security has also carriedout measures to prevent and eliminate risks of cyber insecurity and unsafety,promptly detect and stop acts of spreading harmful information and documentswhich cause internal disunity, and hamper bad persons from taking advantage ofthe media to harm the Games’ events.
In addition, it will closely manage the entry, exit, stayand travel of athletes, sport officials, and foreigners.
Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Culture andSports Tran Thi Van Anh said that preparations for the Games have been basically completed to date.
Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Chu Ngoc Anh required themost thorough preparations to ensure the successfully hosting.
SEA Games 31 will be held in Hanoi and 11 provinces andcentrally-run cities in May. It will feature 40 sports with 526 events,attracting around 10,000 participants.
The biennial event was initially slated for late 2021 butdelayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact.
At the 30th SEA Games in 2019, the Vietnamese sportsdelegation finished second in the overall medal tally, with 98 golds, 85silvers and 105 bronzes, just behind the host Philippines./.
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As one of Vietnam's strong points in all regional competitions, the pencak silat team is expected to win seven gold medals at the upcoming SEA Games, although it will be a tough task.
The northern province of Bac Ninh is carefully checking infrastructure and facilities and giving the finishing touches to the works to ensure the successful organisation of Boxing and Kickboxing events of the upcoming 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.
Hanoi will bring into full play the opportunity of hosting the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in May to attract tourists to the city, according to the municipal Tourism Authority.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Illustrative image (Photo VNA) 
