PM congratulates footballers for entering ASIAD semifinals
Right after the Vietnamese Olympic football squad won a ticket to the semifinals of the ongoing Asian Games (ASIAD) 2018 on August 27, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc sent his warm congratulations to them.
The Vietnamese squad faced Syria in the quarterfinal of ASIAD 2018 on August 27 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Right after the Vietnamese Olympicfootball squad won a ticket to the semifinals of the ongoing Asian Games(ASIAD) 2018 on August 27, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc sent his warm congratulationsto them.
The Government leader praised head coach Park Hang-seo, othercoaches and all the players for making history by advancing to the group of thebest four of the continent for the first time.
In the quarter-final with Syria at ASIAD 2018 in Indonesia onAugust 27, Van Toan scored the only goal in the 108th minute, helping Vietnamadvance to the semifinals.
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism NguyenNgoc Thien and the radio The Voice of Vietnam have decided to give the teamrewards worth 1 billion VND (nearly 43,200 USD) in total.
Also on August 27, Bui Thi Thu Thao bagged thesecond gold medal for the country at ASIAD 2018 in the women’s long jump with6.55 metres. She will also receive rewards totaling 450 million VND (over 19,400USD) from the minister, the Vietnamese sports delegation and Radio the Voice ofVietnam.
Earlier, the female rowing team secured thefirst gold medal after finishing the women’s lightweight quadruple sculls eventin 7 minutes and 01.11 seconds.-VNA
The Vietnam Olympic team enters the quarter-finals after winning Bahrain 1-0 at the Asian Games 2018 in Indonesia on August 23. Thousands of their fans at home crowded local roads to celebrate.
Asian media run articles spotlighting the Vietnam Olympic team’s August 23 historic victory against the Bahrain team to earn a berth in the quarter-finals of the Asian Games 2018 held in Indonesia.
Vietnam Airlines will conduct additional flights to Jakarta, Indonesia to serve Vietnamese football fans as the Olympic team is making history by entering the quarter finals at the ASIAD 2018.
The Vietnam Olympic football team is being heaped with encouragement and applause, especially from Southeast Asia’s media, before the quarterfinals at the ongoing Asian Games (ASIAD) 2018, where the team will face Syrian rivals.
This year’s tournament has gathered over 300 coaches, athletes, and referees from 18 countries and territories, competing in 28 combat weight categories and eight performance categories. Vietnam’s team has 50 athletes, including six from Thai Nguyen province.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
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.
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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.
The Vietnamese squad faced Syria in the quarterfinal of ASIAD 2018 on August 27 (Photo: VNA) 
