Deputy PM attends SEA Games 31 opening ceremony rehearsal
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, head of the National Steering Committee for Organising SEA Games 31, attended a rehearsal for the event’s opening ceremony in Hanoi’s My Dinh Stadium on May 10 night.
At the rehearsal for SEA Games 31's opening ceremony. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, headof the National Steering Com๊mittee for Organising SEA Games 31, attended a rehe🌼arsalfor the event’s opening ceremony in Hanoi’s My Dinh Stadium on May 10 night.
He highly valued the endeavours of those who are engaging in the preparation for the ceremony in recent days, calling on relevant units to gatheropinions and timely make adjustment so as to ensure success of the opening event.
Nearly 2,000 people 🎃in Hanoi are practising for art perfor🐼mances at SEA Games 31’s opening and closing ceremonies.
After a parade and a hoisting ceremony of the national flagof Vietnam and the flags of ASEAN and SEA Games 31, outstanding Vietnameseathletes will carry the torch and light the Games cauldron, followed by athree-chapter show. The first chapter, themed “Friendly Vietnam” will featurethe unique cultural identity of Vietnam as well as the hospitality andfriendliness that the country offers to people from all countries in the regionand the world.
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam (second from left) attends the rehearsal. (Photo: VNA)
Meanwhile, the second chapter will highlight a “StrongSoutheast Asia”, with the message that the strength of a connected ASEANcommunity will bring the bloc a strong position in the world. The third and last chapter will have the theme of “ShiningSoutheast Asia,” reflecting the strength from the solidarity and friendshipbetween Vietnam and other ASEAN member countries for a strong community andrising role of the association in the world arena. A highlight of the event will be the use of state-of-the-arttechnologies, including mapping, augmented reality - AR, and extended reality –EX, among others. Notably, the symbols of 40 sports will be displayed usingthe Dong Ho folk painting art, a traditional craft of Vietnam, through graphicimages. Competitions in the framework of SEA Games 31, themed “For astronger South East Asia,” are taking place in Hanoi and 11 nearby localitiesuntil May 23./.
The opening ceremony of SEA Games 31 is slated for May 12 in Hanoi, promising to introduce the Vietnamese culture and traditions and disseminate the event's theme.
The opening ceremony of SEA Games 31, with the theme “Welcome Southeast Asia”, will take place on May 12 at the My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi. In preparation, some 1,000 artists and actors have been working hard to present rich, artistic performances combined with modern technology.
Vovinam is the only martial art chosen to be performed at the opening ceremony of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) on May 12, according to the Organising Committee of SEA Games 31.
The opening ceremony of SEA Games 31, which will take place on May 12 night at My Dinh National Stadium, will depict a beautiful, friendly and hospitable Vietnam.
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.
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.
At the rehearsal for SEA Games 31's opening ceremony. (Photo: VNA) 
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam (second from left) attends the rehearsal. (Photo: VNA) 
