Vietnam launched a nationwide sports training movement under the banner “A Nation in Motion: For a Healthy and Strong Vietnam,” drawing numerous participants across the capital and 33 provinces and cities.
Capital City Kickoff at Hoan Kiem Lake
In Hanoi, about 12 mil residents gathered around Hoan Kiem Lake and at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square for the opening ceremonies. Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra led a mass run around the central lake, urging citizens to incorporate at least one physical activity tailored to their age, health, and personal circumstances into their daily routines.
The weekend events featured public participation in pickleball, badminton, table tennis, sepak takraw, 3×3 basketball, and racewalking. Organizers also set up demonstrations of traditional martial arts, vovinam, judo, wushu, and taekwondo alongside athlete showcases.
National Leaders Link Sports Initiative to Ho Chi Minh
During her opening remarks, Deputy Prime Minister Thanh Tra invoked statements by President Ho Chi Minh concerning public health and national prosperity. Officials noted that the mass mobilization coincided with commemorations marking 72 years since the liberation of Hanoi from French colonial rule on October 10, 1954.
National leaders framed the sports initiative around the philosophy that community wellness remains central to sustainable national development. The widespread events engaged roughly 100 mil participants outside the capital across 33 different provincial jurisdictions.
Asian Games Athletes Encourage Participation at Health Stations
Elite competitors who recently represented the country at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, attended the weekend gatherings to encourage grassroots participation. Vietnam finished those regional games in 20th place with three gold medals, three silver medals, and 19 bronze medals.
Alongside recreational sports zones, organizers established on-site stations offering basic medical checkups, health consultations, training method guidance, and registration desks for residents committing to regular physical exercise routines.
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