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World’s Finest: Vietnamese Billiards Player Claims Ho Chi Minh City World Cup 3-Cushion Crown

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Tran Duc Minh’s journey to the final of the Ho Chi Minh City World Cup 3-Cushion 2024 was an unexpected surprise, as he was not considered a favorite before the tournament. Minh’s calm demeanor and extensive experience allowed him to outperform many renowned players and secure his place in the final round. On the other hand, Kim Jun Tae is an established name in the world of billiards, known for his impressive skills. South Korean billiards master Kim Jun Tae faced a strong challenge from Vietnamese player Tran Duc Minh during the Ho Chi Minh City World Cup 3-Cushion 2024. Photo: Duc Khue / Tuoi Tre Despite the noticeable gap in their skill levels, both players delivered a closely contested final, with neither player able to assert dominance. Minh took an early lead in the game, pulling ahead with a score of 21-8. However, Kim displayed remarkable resilience and composure to close the gap to 20-33. Minh responded with a brilliant streak, scoring seven straight points to...

**Vietnam’s Fried Spring Rolls Captivates Global Palates at South African Debut**

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The Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa, along with the Association of ASEAN Countries in Pretoria (APC), on April 25 hosted a Cultural Exchange event, VNA reported. Foreign friends enjoy the Vietnamese traditional disk of Nem ran (crispy spring rolls). Speaking at the opening of the event, APC Chairman, Ambassador Hoang Sy Cuong said that this event is an opportunity for ASEAN countries to bring the culture of Southeast Asian countries closer to international friends in general. and South Africa in particular. The event was even more meaningful as it helped raise more than 150 sets of blankets for children in difficulty in South Africa. Ambassador Hoang Sy Cuong highlighted its role in bridging Southeast Asian culture with South Africa . The event showcased iconic Vietnamese dishes like crispy fried spring rolls and refreshing fresh spring rolls (Goi Cuon), captivating international palates. Nem ran is made with rice paper and filled with shredded pork, cooked prawns,...