After four vibrant days, the 25th International Mathematics Competition (VIMC 2025) concluded with a closing ceremony on the afternoon of August 18 at the Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (The University of Danang).

Attendees included leaders from Da Nang City, international scholars and guests, representatives from ministries, departments, and organizing committees, as well as delegates from local authorities, educational institutions, and schools across the city.

This year’s competition brought together 553 contestants from 29 countries and territories, alongside the host team from Vietnam. Participants competed through three rigorous rounds, including individual and team challenges.

The individual section featured two parts: the EMIC (15 questions in 90 minutes, maximum score 150) and the IWYMIC (15 questions in 120 minutes, maximum score 120). In the team round, groups of four worked collaboratively to solve 10 questions in 70 minutes, with a maximum score of 400 points.

Following grading and review, the organizers announced awards across three categories: individual, team, and overall national delegation.

Vietnam achieved outstanding results, winning 18 individual medals: 6 Golds, 4 Silvers, and 8 Bronzes. Vietnam and Singapore were jointly awarded the overall championship title.

In addition to the main categories, the competition also featured special prizes, including the Cultural Exchange Award, Games Award, Best Individual Award, Individual Team Test Award, Group Team Test Award, and the Grand Prize.

Mai Quang Huy, a member of the VIMC 2025 judging panel, commented that this year’s exam covered a broad range of mathematical fields and was more challenging than in previous years.

“What impressed the jury wasn’t just the accuracy of solutions, but the diversity in approaches. Many problems had multiple valid solutions, showcasing the contestants’ creative thinking,” he said.

In his closing remarks, Tran Anh Tuan, Vice Chairman of Da Nang People’s Committee, said the success of VIMC 25 was a result of guidance from the International Mathematics Competition (IMC) leadership, support from the city’s political and educational institutions, as well as the enthusiastic involvement of volunteers and international teams.

He expressed hope that this year’s success would lay the groundwork for future competitions, promoting knowledge, innovation, and international friendship.

At the ceremony, the IMC 2026 hosting flag was officially handed over to the delegation from Mongolia, marking the next chapter of the competition.

PV