Vietnamese rowers taking training at Boat Racing Training Area of Hai Phong (Photo: VNA) Currently, the city is finalising the installation of seatsfor spectators, the last item of the preparation process, enabling thousands ofrowing and canoeing fans to enjoy the competitions.
The city countered various obstacles in the work due to COVID-19,which made it difficult to import the seats from abroad. However, the citymanaged to receive the seats before the schedule, ensuring the progress of the installation.
Meanwhile, the boat anchorage places at the boat racing andtraining area has also been completed to accommodate all boats. The entrancesand walkways throughout the area have been broadened. At thesame time, the final touch is being put on the square, decorating items and greenery.
A modern boat training and racing area with full facilities has been ready for rowing competitions, which will takeplace from May 9- 14, while canoeing competitions from May 17-21.
SEA Games 31, themed “For a stronger South East Asia”, willbe organised in Hanoi and 11 neighbouring provinces and cities from May 12 to23. It will feature 40 sports with 526 events and is expected to attract around10,000 participants. The biennial event was initially slated for late 2021 butdelayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact./.
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