Hau Giang to host first marathon for climate change campaign
The first Mekong Delta Marathon Hau Giang 2019 will be organised on April 21 in Vi Thanh city in Hau Giang province, aiming to raise public awareness of climate change.
Press conference introduces the event (Photo 123go.vn)
HCM City (VNA) - The first Mekong DeltaMarathon Hau Giang 2019 will be organised on April 21 in Vi Thanh city in HauGiang province, aiming to raise public awareness of climate change.
More than 1,500 athletes have registered to runon four different routes of the marathon.
The organisers said participants would have thechance to enjoy the delta’s amazing scenery and culture during the run.
Music and dance performances will also be heldto entertain runners.
All cash collected from the event will bedonated to local funds for the poor and help people who suffer from climatechange.
Runners can register or find more info at 123go.vn/mekongdelta, mekongdeltamarathon.com.vn, facebook.com/mekong.delta.marathon, goo.gl/UoBYDv.-VNA
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Press conference introduces the event (Photo 123go.vn)
