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The inaugural AFL Asia Cup was hosted at the Thanh Long Sports Complex in Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Chanh District from December 6 to 8, 2024. AFL, the governing body for Australian rules football, introduced this unique and dynamic sport to Asia, with the first tournament taking place in Vietnam. This historic event was exclusively for Asian citizens, featuring 15 teams and approximately 300 players from across ten countries and territories: Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Japan, Laos, Pakistan, and Thailand. The tournament was a free-of-charge event, welcoming spectators to witness the exciting matches and celebrate the growth of this sport in the region. The Japanese Men’s team, champions of the 2024 AFL Asia Cup, held from December 6 to 8, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo : AFL Asia Facebook page The competition was fierce, with ten men’s teams and five women’s teams from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Thailand participating. The fin...

Vietnam News Headlines: Strengthening Ties with Canada and Active Engagement in China Vietnam’s Prime Minister Engages in Diplomatic Efforts in Kunming Pham Minh Chinh holds discussions with Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone, emphasizing the unique relationship between the two nations. State President Luong Cuong to embark on official visits to Chile and Peru, along with attending the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week. Ho Chi Minh City takes the lead in cooperative activities with Cambodia, fostering good neighborly relations. Vietnam’s tourism sector thrives with over 14 million foreign visitors in the past ten months, a 41.3% increase year-on-year. Vietnamese and American businesses come together to boost trade links, creating opportunities for cooperation and growth. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone unite in Kunming, China, on November 6. (Photo: VNA) United Front: Vietnam and Laos Strengthen Bond...

Celebrating half a century of economic cooperation and regional partnerships between Australia and ASEAN. These forums presented an invaluable opportunity to showcase Bay of Lights as more than just a symbol of Cambodia’s potential; it is a game-changing initiative that will redefine the region. With a vision to become a leading destination for international travelers and investors, Bay of Lights is poised to catalyze Cambodia’s urban transformation while fostering deeper economic ties between Cambodia, Australia, and the broader ASEAN community, unlocking new avenues for growth and collaboration. “The foundation of Australia and ASEAN’s enduring partnership is mutual respect and shared aspirations, which has resulted in significant bilateral trade growth across multiple sectors,” remarked Michael Truong, Head of Business Development at Canopy Sands Development. “With Cambodia acting as a gateway connecting both regions, Bay of Lights is envisioned not merely as a city transf...