The regional sporting event creates opportunities for craft villages to upgrade quality, design, and promote products among international tourists. These days, production facilities and craft villages in Hanoi are running at full gear to quench the shopping thirst of sports delegations and tourists during the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31). International visitors attend the trade fair. Photo: kinhtedothi.vn Thanh Binh, the owner of a souvenir shop at 87 Hang Bong Street, Hoan Kiem District, said that the Vietnamese flag and SEA Games 31-printed t-shirts are the most sought-after items. “After the Vietnamese men’s football team entered the semi-finals, the sale of Vietnamese flags increased sharply,” she said. Also sold on e-commerce platforms such as Sendo, Lazada, Shopee, or Zalo and Facebook social networks are sold a series of souvenirs related to the SEA Games 31 such as necklaces, porcelain cups, business card holders, and nail clippers. … [Read more...] about Hanoi handicrafts attract international SEA Games 31 guests
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Hanoi gives SEA Games 31 warm, thoughtful welcome
The capital has left a good impression on Southeast Asia sports delegations and international reporters attending the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31). Foreign correspondents and athletes attending the 31st SEA Games shared with The Hanoi Tim es their profound feelings about Hanoi - the warm and thoughtful welcome the city has accorded them. Hanoi welcomes delegates attending the SEA Games 31. Photo: Duy Khanh/ The Hanoi Times Ahmad Munawwar Helmi Salim, medical team leader for the Malaysian sports delegation: Impressed with the strong development of Hanoi Ahmad Munawwar Helmi Salim, medical team leader for the Malaysian sports delegation. Photos: Do Huong This is the first business trip of our delegation after a long period of the Covid-19 pandemic. We have about 40 medical staff including doctors and nurses attending the event. The schedules and locations of the competitions held in Hanoi and some neighboring … [Read more...] about Hanoi gives SEA Games 31 warm, thoughtful welcome
PM ends US trip with prospects of enhanced relations
The week-long visit builds momentum for the US-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership and reaffirms Vietnam as a reliable and responsible member of the international forums. Strengthened bilateral and multilateral relations between Vietnam and the US, Vietnam and the United Nations, and stronger US-ASEAN ties would result from the week-long visit paid to the US by Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who returned to Hanoi on May 19. Leaders of US and ASEAN member states in Washington, D.C., for the special summit on May 12-13. Photo: VNA Apart from attending the US-ASEAN Special Summit held on May 12-13, to which the two sides reached a consensus on a number of issues through a joint statement, Chinh's visit contributed to strengthening the Comprehensive Partnership with the US and the relations with the UN to which Vietnam appears to be a reliable and responsible member. During one week in the US, Chinh visited and worked in four cities namely Washington, … [Read more...] about PM ends US trip with prospects of enhanced relations
Solidarity vital to ASEAN’s survival: Vietnamese Deputy PM
Building solidarity based on a foundation of common interests is central to the survival of ASEAN, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh said in a press interview on Tuesday. The statement comes just one week before the socio-economic bloc celebrates its 50th anniversary. ASEAN, or the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, was founded on August 8, 1967 when foreign ministers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand gathered in Bangkok to sign the ASEAN Declaration. The association has since expanded to include Brunei, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Cambodia, raising its membership count to ten countries. On Tuesday, Deputy PM Minh, who serves as Vietnam’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, sat down with the country’s press to share his vision for ASEAN’s development ahead of the association’s 50th birthday. An infographic illustrating the history of development of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Graphic: Tuoi Tre … [Read more...] about Solidarity vital to ASEAN’s survival: Vietnamese Deputy PM
Vietnam advances to semifinals after victory over Timor Leste
In this game, coach Park Hang-seo gave the chance for many young players, such as center defender Duy Cuong, midfielders Trong Long and Cong Den, and strikers Thanh Minh and Van Tung while most of the key players were put on the bench. Despite dominating the game, Vietnam struggled to score in the first half, which saw them draw 0-0 with Timo Leste. In the second half, Le Van Xuan crossed a ball to Van Tung, who opened a goal for Vietnam in the 52th minute. Eleven minutes later, Xuan once again created the opportunity for Ho Thanh Minh to score a header goal, securing a 2-0 win for Vietnam. Vietnam led Group A thanks to the victory, followed by Indonesia after defeating Myanmar 3-1. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam advances to semifinals after victory over Timor Leste
Last-minute bullseye secures Filipino archery gold
Pia Bidaure, Gabrielle Bidaure and Phoebe Amistoso won gold for the Filipino women’s recurve team. Inquirer/ANN Photo Hồ Hoàng The Philippines archery team won its first gold medal in the women’s recurve team competition at the Hà Nội Sports Training Center on May 18. Pia Elizabeth Bidaure, Gabrielle Monica Bidaure and Phoebe Nicole Amistoso delivered the first gold for the sport after beating Việt Nam 5-4, in the final. The Filipino archers took the lead with a score of 2-0 after two turns. In the following four turns, the Vietnamese archers had a better performance, equalising the score to 2-2 before taking the lead with 4-2. The Filipinos brought the score to 4-4, leading to a penalty shootout. The Filipinos won, defeating Đỗ Thị Ánh Nguyệt, Hà Thị Ngọc and Nguyễn Thị Thanh Nhi, who settled for silver. Abby Bidaure, 20, hit the bullseye in the final arrow of the shoot-off with just 10 seconds left on the clock, ending the home side's hopes with a thrilling 26-25 … [Read more...] about Last-minute bullseye secures Filipino archery gold
PM’s working trip to U.S. enhances Vietnam’s position, prestige
During his stay in the U.S., PM Chinh engaged in more than 60 activities in Washington D.C, Boston, New York and San Francisco. He attended and delivered a speech at the sessions of the ASEAN - U.S. Special Summit, and met with leaders of several ASEAN countries such as the Prime Ministers of Laos, Cambodia and Singapore, and the President of Indonesia. Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son said that the Government leader’s statements at the sessions and meetings reflected the common concerns of the countries; upheld the central role of ASEAN, and the spirit of sincerity, trust and responsibility; and shared visions for world and regional issues and development orientations in line with the interests of ASEAN, the U.S. and the international community. According to Son, the special summit, taking place on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the ASEAN - U.S. partnership, is a milestone bringing the relationship to a new stage. The two sides agreed to establish a … [Read more...] about PM’s working trip to U.S. enhances Vietnam’s position, prestige
SEA Games final: Thailand are the underdog, says coach Polking
"It's not easy to play more than 120 minutes," Polking said at a Saturday press meet, referring to Thailand's semi-final match against Indonesia. "Vietnam are in the same situation, so I believe that makes them equal," he said, adding that with both teams tired, he didn't think there would be any obvious advantage for either. "Vietnam are the clear favorite for the game, not only because they have 40,000 passionate people helping and cheering and supporting them for 90 minutes... they have also the best preparations, they have all the players..." "We are the underdog in this situation, but we are a good underdog. We'll put the fight in... but yeah it will be a very, very tough game for us," he said. Thailand began SEA Games 31 with a 1-2 loss against Malaysia, but later won all their matches to enter the final for the 21st time. Polking said he hoped Thailand's offensive lineup would prove themselves against Vietnam's defense, who have never conceded a goal in this year's … [Read more...] about SEA Games final: Thailand are the underdog, says coach Polking