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The highly anticipated billiards tournament, Ho Chi Minh City Open, is set to thrill fans until September 29. This prestigious event, organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Billiards & Snooker Federation, is a premier international pool championship in Vietnam, sanctioned by the World Pool Association and the Asian Confederation of Billiard Sports. What sets this tournament apart is the diverse pool of talent it attracts. Both local and international players come together to showcase their skills and passion for the sport. With a total prize pool of $75,000 on offer, the competition promises intense matches and dramatic moments. The eventual champion will walk away with a lucrative $35,000, while the runner-up will still earn a respectable $13,000. The third-place player will receive $5,000, and the remaining top eight players will each take home $3,000. But the rewards don’t stop there. The top 16 players will each be recognized with a $1,600 prize, and even the top 32 finalists wil...

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha meets with Dr. Saia Ma’u Piukala, Director of the Western Pacific Region of the World Health Organization, to discuss global healthcare initiatives and Vietnam’s public health goals. (Photo: VGP/MK) During their meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha expressed Vietnam’s gratitude for the pivotal support provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) in orchestrating global healthcare and public health initiatives. He highlighted the country’s appreciation for the companionship, guidance, and expertise offered by WHO officials and specialists across all realms of healthcare policy and services. Vietnam has particularly benefited from this collaboration during the global pandemic. The timely and effective assistance received from the WHO played a crucial role in helping the country navigate and overcome the crisis. As one of the 15 nations chosen by the WHO for mRNA vaccine technology transfer, Vietnam is now seeking practical suppor...