World

ASIAD 2018: Hundreds of athletes already arrive in Palembang

Around 350 athletes from 15 countries and territories have already been in Palembang capital of South Sumatra province, Indonesia to compete at the Asian Games 2018.
ASIAD 2018: Hundreds of athletes already arrive in Palembang ảnh 1The Vietnamese sport delegation at Soekarno Hatta international airport (Source: VNA)

Jakarta (VNA) – Around 350athletes from 15 countries and territories have already been in Palembangcapital of South Sumatra province, Indonesia to compete at the Asian Games2018.

According to the Jakabaring Sports City, athletes from Thailand, the Republicof Korea, Nepal, Hong Kong (China), India, Iran, Maldives and Japan have beenpresent in Palembang from August 10.

As many as 143 Vietnamese athletes arrived here to join in such events as menand women’s football, shooting, volleyball, boat racing, and sepak takraw.

Jakabaring Sports City spokesman Mirza Zulkarnain said that the sport complexhas prepared nine buildings capable of accommodating 3,100 people for theathletes and officials to stay.

Athletes’ accommodations have facilities equivalent to those of a two-starhotel, with three people per room, he said.

Besides menus prepared in accordance with international standards, the athleteswill be provided with free laundry service.

Mirza Zulkarnain noted that with meticulous preparation, the Jakabaring SportCity can offer athletes and officials the best services during their stay.

TheASIAD 2018 will officially take place in the two major Indonesian cities -Jakarta and Palembang - from August 18 to September 2. Some 16,000 athletes andofficials are expected to join the event.-VNA
VNA
#Palembang capital #South Sumatra province #Indonesia #Jakabaring Sports City #sport complex #international standards #Indonesian cities #Vietnam #VietnamPlus #Viet Nam News Indonesia
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

See more

Officials and diplomats at the ceremony marking ASEAN's 59th anniversary in Jakarta, Indonesia, on August 8 (Photo: VNA)

ASEAN turns 59, vows unity and firm central role

ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said nearly six decades of dialogue, mutual respect and a drive to find common ground have forged the strength that carried the bloc through crises and kept regional peace and stability intact.

Cambodia steps up efforts to protect endangered wildlife

Cambodia steps up efforts to protect endangered wildlife

Conservation experts emphasise that protecting the Giant Ibis is of paramount importance and urge the public to prevent illegal land clearing, end wildlife trafficking and poisoning, and decline the consumption or keeping of wild animals.

Cambodia, RoK expand “Peace Village” initiative for rural development

Cambodia, RoK expand “Peace Village” initiative for rural development

The Peace Village Project is part of the Cambodia-RoK Strategic Partnership. In its second phase, the project is being implemented in 30 villages across three northwestern provinces that were heavily affected by war and landmines, with the aim of transforming them into areas of peace, sustainable development and shared prosperity.

A view of the meeting between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and 150 researchers from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) on August 6 (Photo: VNA)

Indonesia sees technology mastery as key to national progress

Addressing a meeting with 150 researchers from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) on August 6, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto affirmed that mastery of science and technology is essential for accelerating national development and enhancing Indonesia's global competitiveness.

Cambodia eyes higher value-added manufacturing

Cambodia eyes higher value-added manufacturing

Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol urged the private sector to work closely with the government in preparing for the next phase of industrial development by moving upstream into higher value‑added manufacturing and strengthening supply chain capabilities.

Malaysia steps up drive to build world-class startup ecosystem

Malaysia steps up drive to build world-class startup ecosystem

For KL20 2026, four new priority areas have been added, aligning with Malaysia's 13th Malaysia Plan (2026–2030), which seeks to increase economic complexity, strengthen high-value industries and expand domestic production of value-added goods and services.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul (front, right) and Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing (front, left) at their meeting in Bangkok on August 6, 2026 (Photo: Kyodo/VNA)

Thailand, Myanmar jointly tackle cross-border pollution

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Thai Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Suchart Chomklin described the TOR signing as an important milestone in bilateral environmental cooperation, saying it would enhance water resource management, protect ecosystems and improve life quality for those living in border areas.

Thailand, Japan deepen cooperation in smart agriculture

Thailand, Japan deepen cooperation in smart agriculture

The two sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in smart agriculture through the application of automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), advanced technologies and innovation, while promoting the use of modern agricultural machinery and expanding workforce training.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul (left) and Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing (centre) at the official welcome ceremony for the latter in Bangkok on August 6, 2026. (Photo: Kyodo/VNA)

Thailand, Myanmar promote economic, space technology cooperation

At the Thailand-Myanmar Business Forum in Bangkok, attended by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, President Min Aung Hlaing and more than 700 representatives from government agencies, businesses and the business communities of both countries, the two leaders outlined orientations for boosting economic cooperation and expanding bilateral ties.

At least four killed in Philippines landslides

At least four killed in Philippines landslides

Philippine authorities said four days of heavy rain on the island of Luzon have triggered multiple landslides. In Benguet province, a hillside collapsed onto a small restaurant on August 6, burying three employees working in the kitchen.

Thai rice exports decline nearly 19% in first half of 2026

Thai rice exports decline nearly 19% in first half of 2026

DFT Director-General Arada Fuangthong attributed the decline to abundant global rice supplies, which have intensified price competition. In addition, conflicts in the Middle East disrupted Thai rice exports to Iraq – one of its key markets – from March.