Sport events help connect Vietnamese people in Europe
The first football tournament sponsored by the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe was recently held in Budapest, Hungary, with the aim of connecting Vietnamese people in Europe.
The team of the Vietnamese community in Hungary (Photo: VNA)
Budapest (VNA) – The first footballtournament sponsored by the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe wasrecently held in Budapest, Hungary, with the aim of connecting Vietnamesepeople in Europe.
The tournament was organised in the round-robinformat. Each team of the five squads played a total of four matches.
The team of the Vietnamese community in theCzech Republic won the championship thanks to their outstanding technicalskills and physical strength.
They were followed by the squads from theVietnamese communities in Bulgaria, Austria, Hungary and Slovakia.
Meanwhile, the 20th Open Golden Racket tennistournament was held in Prague, the Czech Republic from August 17-18.
The association of Vietnamese people in theCzech Republic and the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe sponsored theevent.
This is one of the annual biggest sportactivities in the Czech Republic to strengthen friendship and connectionbetween Vietnamese in the country and Europe in general.
More than 200 tennis players from over 20 clubsof the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Germany, Ukraine and Vietnamcompeted at the event.-VNA
The Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe on April 21 held its third conference in the Czech Republic, drawing representatives from the Vietnamese communities in 14 European countries.
As many as 320 oversea Vietnamese (OV) from 11 European countries have competed in the Czech Open Golf Tournament under the European Vietnamese Golf Association (EVGA) Tour Championship 2018.
Issues related to Overseas Vietnamese (OV) are an important part of the regular tasks of Vietnamese representative agencies abroad, said many Vietnamese Ambassadors to foreign countries, who are attending the 30th Diplomatic Conference in Hanoi.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc met with the Executive Board of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe (UVAE) in Prague on April 16 as part of his visit to the Czech Republic.
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.
The team of the Vietnamese community in Hungary (Photo: VNA) 
