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The two events are jointly organized by MIGU, a subsidiary company of China Mobile Communications Group and the Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF). They aim to help the public understand more about how digital technology can seamlessly integrate with traditional sports, opening up new perspectives on a different aspect of eSports, according to the organizers. Seven countries and territories will participate in the competition, including Vietnam, China, Hong Kong (China), Thailand, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. All five Vietnamese representatives competing in the AIES Robot Sports event come from Lac Hong University, one of the universities with many remarkable achievements in competitions related to technology and Robotics. The university triumphed at the ABU Asia-Pacific Robo Contest three times, won the first prize at Vietnam Robot Contest (Robocon Vietnam) nine times and other technology and science and innovation awards. Five Vietnamese representatives at AIES … [Read more...] about Vietnamese e-sports teams to compete at ASIAD 19’s demonstration events

The Vietnam Sport Show 2023 will be held concurrently with the Vietnam Cycle Expo, creating an extraordinary synergy between the two events. — Photo VINEXAD The highly anticipated Vietnam Sport Show 2023, organised by VINEXAD, will feature 250 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of cutting-edge sports products and innovative solutions, captivating both visitors and participants. Taking place from December 7 to 9 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center in HCM City, the event will present 350 booths from 12 countries and territories. With a focus on Sportswear, Outdoor & Leisure, Health & Fitness, and Sporting Goods & Facilities, attendees can explore the latest trends, innovations, and business opportunities in these key categories. The event is anticipated to welcome over 10,000 visitors over the course of three days. Vietnam Sport Show 2023 offers unparalleled networking opportunities, connecting industry leaders, suppliers, and professionals from around … [Read more...] about Sport Show and Cycle Expo unite to present a synergistic showcase

Foreign tourists visit the Grand Mosque of Baiturrahman in Indonesia (Photo: AFP/VNA) Jakarta (VNA) - Sports tourism, which has become one of the popular travel trends recently, is identified as a factor helping Indonesia's smokeless industry recover from the COVID-19 pandemic . To promote the development of sports tourism , the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy has supported the implementation of events and promotional programmes, while ensuring the supply of tourism products at top destinations. It is also drafting related health and safety protocols. This year, Indonesia is organising several annual events that have the potential to attract a large number of tourists, such as cycling races, marathons, and surfing competitions at both national and international scales. Experts believe that sports tourism has attractive elements that draw visitors, providing memorable travel experiences and enhancing the country's image and position. … [Read more...] about Indonesia sees development potential in sports tourism

The “Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" to feature numerous activities (Photo: langvanhoavietnam.vn) Hanoi (VNA) - The “Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" will take place in Hanoi from November 22 – 26, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The annual event aims to promote the national solidarity spirit, and honour, preserve and promote values of the cultural heritage of the 54 ethnic groups in the country, contributing to raising public awareness of the importance of conserving and practicing culture. It comes as part of the activities to celebrate the 93rd anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (November 18, 1930-2023) and Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23). The highlights of the event will be the opening ceremony, and the 2nd culture, sports and tourism exchange programme of ethnic minorities on November 23. The event will feature … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage week to promote national great solidarity

Pham Van Mach wins gold at the 14th WBPF World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships & Congress on November 9. (Photo courtesy of the organisers) Seoul (VNA) – Bodybuilder Pham Van Mach won a gold medal in the men’s 55kg category on November 9 at the ongoing 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships and Congress (WBPF), now underway in the Republic of Korea. The medal marks his sixth world championship in this category. The tournament from November 6-12 sees the participation of athletes from 45 countries and territories, with Vietnam sending 22. The 47-year-old Mach impressed the judges not only with his muscular physique but also with his soulful performance accompanied by captivating music. Apart from this gold medal, the Vietnamese team also brought home gold medals in other categories. Tran Bao Quoc Vuong triumphed in the men's 65kg category, Ho Huy Binh excelled in the men's 70kg division, and Dinh Kim Loan and Nguyen Thị Kim Dung secured … [Read more...] about Bodybuilder Mach clinches sixth world gold

Ha Giang province houses many ethnic groups, with Mong people forming the largest among them. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - The 2023 Mong ethnic cultural festival is taking place in Meo Vac district , the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, attracting a large number of domestic and international tourists. The annual event aims to preserve the traditional cultural values of the ethnic community in the district. The number of Mong people in Ha Giang is nearly 200,000, accounting for over 31% of the local ethnic population. This makes the Mong people the largest ethnic group in the locality. Consisting of two subgroups, namely Mong Trang and Mong Hoa, they reside in the northern districts of Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van, Meo Vac, as well as the western ones of Hoang Su Phi and Xin Man. The Mong people coexist with other ethnic groups such as Dao, Lo Lo, Pu Peo, Co Lao, Tay and Nung. The community is famous for its traditional stone field cultivation, growing rice … [Read more...] about Ha Giang preserves, promotes Mong people’s cultural identity

With the result, the country ranked 3rd in the medal tally, following India and Mongolia.The gold medals were grabbed by Pham Van Mach at the men’s 55 kg event, Dinh Kim Loan at the women’s 55 kg event, Bao Quoc Vuong at the men’s 65 kg, Ho Huy Binh at the men’s 70 kg, Nguyen Thi Kim Dung at women’s fitness up to 165 cm category, Pham Van Phuoc at the men’s Athletic Physique up to 160 cm, Tran Hoang Duy and Nguyen Thi Kim Thoa at the mixed pairs category, and Nguyen Thi Kim Dung at women’s Athletic Physique up to 165 cm. The 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships drew the participation of nearly 300 athletes from 39 countries and territories worldwide. The Vietnamese delegation joined the tournament with 21 athletes who competed in 26 out of 51 categories. Vietnamese bodybuilding legendary Mach won the gold medal at the championship for the sixth time. He is widely regarded as Vietnam’s most decorated bodybuilder in the continental and global arenas. In … [Read more...] about Vietnam bags eight golds at World Bodybuilding Championship

With seven gold medals, the Japan team comes first at the Judo tournament (Photo: VNA) Ba Ria-Vung Tau (VNA) – Nearly 300 athletes from Vietnamese localities and clubs and Japan competed at a Judo tournament celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic ties, and the 2023 Open Judo Championship Ba Ria-Vung Tau in the southern province from November 9-11. The tournament was among a series of activities of the Vietnam-Japan Culture Week in the province. With seven gold medals, the Japan team came first at the tournament. It was followed by the Ba Ria-Vung Tau team, with one gold, three silver, and four bronze medals, and the Vietnam team with three silvers and four bronzes. Meanwhile, the Ba Ria-Vung Tau provincial Sports Training and Competition Centre topped the 2023 Open Judo Championship Ba Ria-Vung Tau with three gold, three silver and five bronze medals./. VNA … [Read more...] about Judo tournament marks 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic ties

The inauguration of a multi-purpose sports hall at the Phương Thạnh Secondary School in Trà Vinh Province’s Càng Long District on November 14. — Photo courtesy of Central Retail Vietnam Central Retail Vietnam handed over a multi-purpose sports hall to the Phương Thạnh Secondary School in Trà Vinh Province’s Càng Long District on November 14. Nguyễn Thị Hồng, head of CSR at the group, said it provided more than VNĐ1.2 billion (US$49,088) for the facility, including VNĐ680 million ($27,826) for the construction and VNĐ600 million ($24,556) worth of its Supersports brand goods and sports equipment. Through the donation, the group sought to strengthen its relations with the local community, she said. Hàng Thị Mai Anh, principal of the school, said the new hall would be used for sports and cultural activities for more than 700 students, enabling their comprehensive development and the school to achieve the level 2 standard of the Ministry of Education and Training. The sports … [Read more...] about Central Retail Vietnam donates sports facility to Trà Vinh school

UNESCO General Director Audrey Azoulay (L) receives Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung in Paris. (Photo: VNA) Paris (VNA) – Vietnam considers culture a driving force of socio-economic development, placing culture on par with economy and politics, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung said on November 16 when meeting with UNESCO General Director Audrey Azoulay in Paris. Speaking at the meeting, the Vietnamese minister said that in its action programmes, Vietnam always designs a progressive cultural policy framework that meets citizens' rights to enjoy and participate in cultural life. He informed the UNESCO leader that the Government of Vietnam assigned the ministry to soon complete and submit to the National Assembly for promulgation the National Target Programme on Vietnamese cultural development in the next 10 years with focuses on revitalising and developing culture as well as hunger eradication and poverty reduction programmes to … [Read more...] about Vietnam pledges to accompany UNESCO for sustainable cultural development