Wrestler Nguyen Cong Manh delivered the first gold medal for Vietnam’s wrestling team at this SEA Games. His victory not only opened the gold-medal account for the sport but also provided a morale boost for the entire delegation on a crucial competition day.
December 17 marked one of Vietnam’s most successful days at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, with the country's athletes claiming gold medals in several of their traditional strengths, including rowing, shooting, and pencak silat.
The spotlight fell on Nguyen Tan Sang, who produced a disciplined performance to retain his SEA Games crown in the men’s 75–80kg pencak silat final.
Rowers brought home the first gold of the day for Vietnam, as Ho Thi Duy had an outstanding performance in the women’s lightweight single sculls, finishing first with a time of 9 minutes 08.053 seconds, a full six seconds ahead of her Philippine rival.
The S.E.A. Write Award has become a cherished tradition that celebrates exceptional literary voices and works reflecting the depth of the human experience, helping to enrich the spiritual life and fostering a shared cultural voice across ASEAN.
According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), Vietnam’s export turnover is forecast to reach about 470 billion USD by the end of this year, up roughly 16% from 2024.
LS Eco Energy, a company specialising in renewable energy and rare earth elements under the Republic of Korea (RoK)'s LS Cable & System, has approved a plan to expand its rare earth metal business in Vietnam, in a bid to seek long-term growth in the strategic materials sector.
The new route represents a significant step in the national flag carrier’s European network expansion strategy for the 2025–2030 period, responding to rising demand for travel, business, trade and family visits between Vietnam and the Nordic region.
The Hanoi Culinary Culture Festival 2025, to be held from December 19 to 21, is designed as a vibrant meeting point where culinary artisans share their stories and pass on heritage to younger generations.
From the opening scenes, the film immersed viewers in a distinctly Vietnamese rhythm of life – Hanoi’s traffic sounds, the green of rice fields, fiery football stands, and folk melodies and monochord music echoing in a modern setting.
As of 21:30 on December 16, the Vietnamese delegation brought home 48 golds, 52 silvers and 74 bronze medals, temporarily ranking ranking third at SEA Games 33.
The highlight was the convincing victory of the women’s 4x400m relay team as Hoang Thi Minh Hanh, Nguyen Thi Hang, Le Thi Tuyet Mai, and Nguyen Thi Ngoc crossed the finish line first in 3 minutes 22.59 seconds.
Clearing the 1.86m bar, not only did Bui Thi Kim Anh lock in the gold medal, but she also set a new personal best, revealing her rapid progress and growing maturity on the regional stage.
The FIFA President conveyed his congratulations and wishes for the teams’ continued success during a recent meeting with VFF President Tran Quoc Tuan.
The latest triumph not only earned Nguyen Thi Oanh another gold medal but also marked the 15th SEA Games gold of her career, a significant milestone in the history of Vietnamese athletics.
The Vietnamese sports delegation won two more gold medals in rowing and kickboxing at the 33rd SEA Games on December 16.
Vietnam will send a delegation of 185 members to the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Thailand from January 15-27, 2026. They include 141 athletes, 27 coaches, and 17 officials, competing in 11 sports including athletics, swimming, weightlifting, badminton, table tennis, chess, judo, boccia, archery, tennis, and fencing.
Quach Thi Lan claimed gold in the women’s 400m hurdles, showcasing her experience and strong form, while Nguyen Trung Cuong dominated the men’s 3,000m steeplechase to secure another top podium finish.
The victory sends Vietnam's U22 confidently into the 33rd SEA Games final, keeping their hopes of gold firmly alive.
With the double triumph, Vietnam’s wushu team fulfilled its medal targets at the Games.
The six gold medals secured at SEA Games 33 not only ensured Vietnam retained top spot in karate, but also completed an unprecedented hat-trick following its successes at SEA Games 31 and 32.
On the Wushu mat, Dang Tran Phuong Nhi secured a silver medal after competing in the women’s southern fist, southern staff and southern broadsword events, finishing with a total score of 29.112 points.
With the new standing, Vietnam now rank fourth in Asia, behind only Iran (5th worldwide), Thailand (11th) and Japan (13th).
Opened at the Vietnam National Cinema Centre in Hanoi on December 12 evening, the event drew strong interest as tickets sold out quickly after going on sale on December 8.
Vietnamese "chau van", a unique folk and spiritual art form, made a strong impact on foreign audiences. The performances underscored the profound spiritual resonance and lasting art value of Vietnam's traditional culture.
As of 21:30 on December 14, Vietnam had won a total of 35 gold, 32 silver and 63 bronze medals. This haul, however, was not enough to move them back into second place, as Indonesia enjoyed a stronger day with seven additional golds.
In football, the Vietnamese women’s team lived up to expectations by defeating Indonesia 5-0 to book a place in the final for the SEA Games 2025 gold medal.
The trio of Nguyen Thuy Trang, Trinh Thu Vinh and Trieu Thi Hoa Hong delivered an impressive performance in the women’s 10m air pistol team event on December 14. Competing with consistency and precision, the Vietnamese shooters amassed a total of 1,711 points to win the gold medal and shatter the SEA Games record.
