The Vietnam Vovinam Federation will host the first international Vovinam contest 2009 in Ho Chi Minh City.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is responsible for guiding the martial arts federation to successfully organise the event, a statement from the Government Officice said.

Ho Chi Minh City’s People Committee and concerned agencies were designated to coordinate with the ministry and the federation in the work, it added.

Vovinam, or martial arts of Vietnam, has proved to be suitable for all ages. Vovinam has attracted a great number of learners, including both Vietnamese and foreign followers./.