VietNamNet Bridge – Twenty-nine Vietnamese martial artists will be competing at the third World Vovinam Championships in Paris, France, over July 5–7.
Vovinam martial arts festival to kick off in Paris
Representatives from 25 countries will vie for a total of 38 medals in both combat and demonstration divisions.
The tournament is part of anniversary commemorations for 40 years of Vietnam-France diplomatic ties.
The World Vovinam Federation’s executive committee will hold their annual meeting within the framework of the event.
The French-based Vietnam Cultural Centre’s “Vovinam Day in France” will display a series of photographs documenting the martial art’s development and defining features.
Ho Chi Minh City successfully hosted the two previous World Vovinam Championships, and Vietnam finished first at both.
Source: VOV