Hoan cited statistics of the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation of Cambodia, saying the number of foreign flights to Cambodia has increased 25% over the past days, including those from Vietnam.
To ensure the highest quality and support for the Vietnamese sporting delegation to Cambodia, he said Vietnam Airlines has implemented numerous promotions, including offering free 1,000 kg of luggage for the delegation, as well as booking support and flexibly flight schedules for local athletes. In addition, the airline plans to increase flights to serve the travel needs of local fans.
Sen. Lieut. Gen. Sao Sokha, vice president of the national organising committee for the 32nd SEA Games (CAMSOC) said about 20,000 Vietnamese fans and Vietnamese expatriates in Cambodia have registered with Cambodian authorities to watch games involving Vietnamese athletes.
The vice president stressed that SEA Games 32 is expected to welcome up to hundreds of thousands of tourists to Cambodia.
Vietnam has sent a 1,003-strong sporting delegation to the SEA Games 32, including about 700 athletes.
SEA Games 32 will be held in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep in Cambodia from May 5 to 17.
Vietnam has set a target of winning 90 to 120 gold medals to make the top three of the medal tally.
Vietnam topped the medal table with 205 golds when it hosted SEA Games 31 in 2021.
Source: VOV