Cyclist Dinh Thi Nhu Quynh at the finish line (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam have earned threegold medals at the ongoing 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 30) inthe Philippines.
On the first official competition day ofDecember 1, cyclist Dinh Thi Nhu Quynh triumphed at the women’s cross countrymountainbike, bagging the first gold medal for Vietnam at the regional sportevent. Her teammate Ca Thi Thom won the silver medal.
The second gold medal was won by Nguyen Duc Hoa and Nguyen Thi Hai Yen in dancesport’s quickstep (Photo: VietnamPlus)
The second gold medal was won by Nguyen DucHoa and Nguyen Thi Hai Yen in dancesport’s quickstep. The pair previouslybrought home two silver medals in tango and Viennese waltz.
Meanwhile, weightlifter Vuong Thi Huyenclinched a gold medal in the women’s 45-kg event with a lift of 172 kg. It isalso her first gold ever at a SEA Games.
Vuong Thi Huyen (centre) at the winners' podium (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam’s first medal at this year’s regionalsporting event was a bronze medal of wushu martial artist Tran Thi Minh Huyen.
Wushu artist Tran Thi Minh Huyen (Photo: VNA)
The Vietnamese delegation to the SEA Games30 comprises 856 members, including 568 athletes competing in 40 sports.
Vietnam aim to bring home at least 65 goldmedals, particularly gaining excellent achievements in such Olympic sports astrack and field, swimming, artistic gymnastics, fencing and wrestling./.
The Vietnamese sporting delegation on November 26 left Hanoi for the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in the Philippines on a charter flight of the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines.
The 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 30) officially kicked off on November 29 morning with a flag raising ceremony held at the Athletes’ Village in the New Clark City sports complex in the Philippines.
Vietnam beat Indonesia 6-0 in the second match of Group B on November 29, winning the first ticket to the women’s football semifinals at the ongoing 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 30).
The organising board of the Southeast Asian Games 30 (SEA Games 30) announced that most of the sports events and the closing ceremony will be opened for the public for free in order to ensure that many Philippine people will enjoy the biggest regional sport event.
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.
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.