Minister Nguyen Van Hung handed over the flag to transfer the role of hosting AMMS to the Cambodian representative.

On the evening of October 17, in Hanoi, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung chaired the ceremony to transfer the hosting role of the 9th AMMS to Cambodia.

Also attending were Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong; Ministers, Heads of Delegations of ASEAN member countries, Timor-Leste; leaders of Departments and Offices of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism...

Minister Nguyen Van Hung speaks at the ceremony

Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Nguyen Van Hung assessed that after two days of urgent, serious and effective work, the 16th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Sports (SOMS 16) and the 8th ASEAN Sports Ministers Meeting (AMMS 8) and related conferences had completed the entire agenda, achieved many important results, and continued to affirm the role of sports as a bond of friendship, understanding and spirit of companionship for a sustainable and prosperous ASEAN.

The Minister affirmed that over the past two years, as Chair of the ASEAN Sports Ministers Meeting, Vietnam and its member countries have made efforts to overcome many challenges, maintain connectivity and sportsmanship despite many fluctuations in the regional and global context. Thanks to the close cooperation, support and companionship of ASEAN member countries and dialogue partners, we have effectively implemented many programs, initiatives and practical cooperation activities, contributing to promoting comprehensive sports development, while deepening the close relationship, trust and solidarity in the ASEAN Community.

Minister Nguyen Van Hung handed over the host flag to Mr. Vath Chamroeun, Secretary of State, Ministry of Education , Youth and Sports of Cambodia.

"The results achieved in the past term are vivid proof of the spirit of cooperation and the will to move forward together, affirming that sports continue to promote the connection of ASEAN peoples in friendship, understanding and sustainable development" - Minister Nguyen Van Hung emphasized.

The Minister expressed his belief that, under the chairmanship of Cambodia, a country rich in cultural traditions, dynamic and hospitable, ASEAN sports cooperation will continue to flourish, spreading more strongly the values ​​of solidarity, understanding and sharing.

During that process, the Minister affirmed that Vietnam is committed to always accompanying, cooperating and fully supporting Cambodia to successfully fulfill this responsibility, together nurturing the ASEAN sports flame to burn brighter - the flame of friendship, respect, trust and aspiration to reach further.

Mr. Vath Chamroeun spoke at the ceremony

At the ceremony, Minister Nguyen Van Hung handed over the host flag to Mr. Vath Chamroeun, Secretary of State, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Cambodia, officially announcing that the Kingdom of Cambodia will take on the role of host at SOMS 17 and AMMS 9. This moment not only closes a term, but also opens a new journey, although there are still many challenges, but with the spirit of "One ASEAN - One Vision, One Identity, One Community", countries in the region will continue to write bright new pages for regional sports.

On behalf of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Mr. Vath Chamroeun expressed his pride in continuing this important mission and pledged to promote sports for peace, friendship and solidarity in the region.

"The upcoming 9th AMMS will be held in Siem Reap - a city rich in cultural and historical identity, demonstrating the spirit of cooperation and solidarity of ASEAN. With deep gratitude, Cambodia is committed to hosting a meaningful and successful conference, bringing benefits to all ASEAN member countries," Mr. Vath Chamroeun affirmed.

According to Cambodia's report at the conference, AMMS 9 is scheduled to take place in November 2027, in Siem Reap. Along with hosting AMMS 9, Cambodia will host a sports tournament for traditional Cambodian sports. Cambodia also hopes that countries in the Southeast Asian region will also bring their traditional sports to participate in this sports tournament. This is a way to continue to preserve and further develop traditional sports of Southeast Asian countries.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/bo-truong-nguyen-van-hung-trao-co-chuyen-giao-vai-tro-chu-nha-amms-cho-dai-dien-camuchia-20251017192405124.htm