Golf tournament “Vietnam and friends” held in Russia
A golf tournament called “Vietnam and friends” was held in Moscow, Russia, on June 22, as part of activities marking the Vietnam Year in Russia and the Russia Year in Vietnam 2019.
Participating golfers pose for a group photo (Photo: VNA)Moscow (VNA) – A golf tournament called “Vietnam and friends” was held in Moscow, Russia, on June 22, as part of activities marking the Vietnam Year in Russia and the Russia Year in Vietnam 2019.
Joining the competition were over 100 golfers from Vietnam, Russia, European nations and foreign diplomatic corps in Moscow.
In his opening speech, Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh said the event is an important activity of the Vietnam- Russia Year programme toward the celebration of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
He hoped it will contribute to deepening the friendly and trustworthy ties between the Vietnamese and Russian people, enhancing Russians’ understanding about the Vietnamese culture, and connecting the business communities of the two nations.
Talking to the Vietnam News Agency, Thai Ambassador to Russia Thanatip Upatising said it was an honour for him to be invited to the tournament.
He said the Vietnamese community in Russia is big, dynamic and united, highlighting his belief in Vietnam’s significant role in boosting ASEAN – Russia relations.
The annual golf tournament is the biggest of its kind organised by the Vietnam Golf Association in Russia (VGR). Since 2017, it has become part of the European Vietnam Golf Association’s championships.-VNA
You should also see
Health ministry takes action following confirmation of two community COVID-19 cases
Two locally-infected cases of COVID-19 were confirmed late January 27 in Hai Duong and Quang Ninh provinces, and the Health Ministry has immediately taken drastic actions to quickly stop the spread of the virus.
See more
Culture - Sports
Music show honours strong will of soldiers on Truong Sa
The annual music show “Truong Sa Spring”, the ninth of its kind, was held in Hanoi on January 23 to honour strong will and aspiration of officials and soldiers who are safeguarding sea and island sovereignty of the nation.
Culture - Sports
Hoa Binh culture on show in downtown Hanoi
Various cultural features of ethnic minority groups in the northern province of Hoa Binh were showcased in Hanoi’s pedestrian area around Hoan Kiem Lake over the weekend.
Culture - Sports
Quang Binh to host international flower festival in 2023
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has approved the organisation of an international flower festival in Vietnam’s central province of Quang Binh in 2023, according to the provincial Department of Tourism.
Culture - Sports
“Road with the Sun” to be screened to celebrate 13th National Party Congress
“Con duong co Mat Troi” (Road with the Sun), a film by the People's Army Cinema, has been chosen to be introduced at a national film screening week to celebrate the 13th National Party Congress, the 91st anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (February 3) and the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival.
Culture - Sports
Photo exhibition spotlights President Ho Chi Minh with Communist Party of Vietnam
An exhibition is underway in Hanoi introducing more than 100 photos of President Ho Chi Minh - the founder, leader, and mentor of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
