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Vietnam nationwide sports movement launch

Overview

Vietnam prepared to launch a nationwide sports movement titled ‘Each citizen chooses at least one suitable sport for regular practice’ to promote public health and national strength. Following a directive from the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism coordinated the initiative, which was designed to be held through both in-person and online formats. The movement officially launched on October 10, 2026. A central event was held at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square and Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, connecting to 33 provincial and municipal locations. High-ranking officials attended the ceremony, including Politburo member Tran Cam Tu and Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra.

The movement has since expanded into regional competitions and diverse community activities. In Lang Son province, the 10th Provincial Sports Festival opened on October 15, 2026, featuring 17 sports disciplines and over 2,500 athlete appearances. Doan Thanh Son, Vice Chairman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Committee, stated the festival serves as a platform to evaluate local development and identify talented athletes for national competitions. Other regional activities include traditional wrestling in Bac Ninh, mass running events in Hanoi, and senior wellness clubs in Hung Yen. This expansion follows directives from the Politburo and General Secretary To Lam to enhance the physical stature and quality of life for citizens in a new era.

Entities

Vietnam · Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism · Phạm Thị Thanh Trà · Hanoi · To Lam

Timeline

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  2. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Vietnam expands national physical fitness and sports initiatives

    Vietnam is expanding national physical fitness initiatives, highlighted by the opening of the 10th Lang Son Provincial Sports Festival featuring 17 disciplines and over 2,500 athletes.

  3. [CULTURE] 12 sources
    Vietnam launches national movement to promote regular physical activity

    Vietnam launched a nationwide campaign on October 10, 2026, encouraging citizens to practice at least one sport regularly to improve public health and national strength.

  4. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Vietnam to launch nationwide regular sports movement

    Vietnam will launch a nationwide sports movement on October 10, 2026, encouraging citizens to adopt regular physical exercise to improve public health and national strength.

Sources

baochinhphu.vn · baogialai.com.vn · baohatinh.vn · baolaocai.vn · baophutho.vn · baoquangninh.vn · baoxaydung.vn · es.vietnamplus.vn · htv.vn · nhandan.vn · phunuvietnam.vn · thanhnien.vn · thethao.tuoitre.vn · tienphong.vn · vietnamplus.vn · vtv.vn

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