SEA Games success reviewed, athletes and coaches honoured
The success of the Vietnam sport delegation at the 32nd SEA Games, held in Cambodia in May, was honoured at a ceremony by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on July 6 in Hanoi.
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung (centre) presents Certificates of Merits to the outstanding athletes of the 32nd SEA Games. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The success of the Vietnam sport delegation at the 32nd SEAGames, held in Cambodia in May, was honoured at a ceremony by the Ministry ofCulture, Sports and Tourism on July 6 in Hanoi.
The Cambodian regional sport meet saw Vietnam’s best ever achievement whencompeting away from home.
At the May 5-17 event, 1,003 Vietnamese athletes took part in 30 among 36sports. They competed in 444 events and won 136 golds, 105 silvers and 118bronzes. The team set 16 records and placed at the top position in the medaltally.
Notably, the women's football team won the title for the fourth time in a row.The golf and basketball squads secured their first ever gold medals in history.
Many athletes made outstanding performances, impressing all supporters at theGames.
Runner Nguyen Thi Oanh pocketed four golds; swimmer Pham Thanh Bao took twogolds and made two records; swimmers Tran Hung Nguyen and Nguyen Huy Hoangtopped the podium three times; weightlifter Nguyen Quoc Toan earned one goldand made three records; and teenage golfer Le Khanh Hung claimed one gold andone silver.
At the review, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung praisedthe delegation's success.
“Athletes brought to play their strong mind, confidence,determination, technique and desire for the pride of the nation," said Hung.
"At the SEA Games, each of our players was not only anathlete but also a culture ambassador. Our competitors created impressiveremarks and received strong support from international friends, spreading loveand beautiful feelings around the community."
He asked all concerned parties to promote these good results andprepare carefully for the 33rd SEA Games to achieve better achievements.
The athletes' efforts and achievements were recognised right after their returnhome. President Vo Van Thuong met with them and delivered bonuses andcertificates of merit.
The SEA Games victory was mentioned as one of the impressive marks of thecountry in the government's report of activities in the first six months of 2023.
Recognising their great efforts, Hung, on behalf of the government, presented onesecond-class Labour Order to the Vietnam delegation, 37 third-class LabourOrders and 196 Prime Minister's Certificate of Merits to teams and individuals./.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on May 17 announced that it is investigating "acts of violence" in the men's final at the SEA Games 2023 between Thailand and Indonesia.
President Vo Van Thuong met in Hanoi on May 23 more than 100 outstanding athletes and coaches, who freshly brought about an unprecedented success for Vietnam at SEA Games 32.
Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen has affirmed that the opening and closing ceremonies of the coming 12th ASEAN Para Games will be comparable to those of the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) that the country held earlier in May.
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.
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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.
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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.
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung (centre) presents Certificates of Merits to the outstanding athletes of the 32nd SEA Games. (Photo: VNA) 
