The opening ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh of Vietnam, more than 20 ambassadors and representatives of foreign diplomatic missions in Vietnam and nearly 10,000 football fans.

The 2025 tournament which runs from July 7 to 15 is part of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Public Security Force and the 20th anniversary of the All-People’s National Defence Day (August 19).

This year’s tournament features teams from Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste, and Australia. Vietnam fields two teams - Public Security Vietnam I and Public Security Vietnam II.

Eight teams were divided into two groups, with those in Group A (Public Security Vietnam I, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia) playing at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi, and those in group B (Public Security Vietnam II, Australia, Singapore, Timor Leste) playing at PVF Stadium in Hung Yen province.

Winners will walk away with US$30,000 in cash, while runners-up will get US$15,000. Two third-placed teams will be awarded US$5,000 each.

“Upholding the spirit of solidarity, honesty, and sportsmanship, I believe that the 2025 ASEAN Police Football Open will be a great success, offering thrilling matches and beautiful goals to fans,” said General Luong Tam Quang, Minister of Public Security, at the opening ceremony.

"This tournament leaves a strong impression of close cooperation among police and law enforcement forces, contributing to the protection of peaceful lives and global peace. It also affirms that Vietnam is always a reliable friend, a responsible and active member of the international community, committed to contributing to regional and global peace and stability.”

The opening ceremony was marked by well-organised performances, harmoniously blending traditional and modern music, reflecting the rich cultural identities of ASEAN countries. Each performance conveyed messages of peace, cooperation, and friendship among police and law enforcement forces.

The tournament is not only a sports competition but also a symbol of solidarity, exchange, and deepening cooperation between police and law enforcement forces across ASEAN and beyond.

International players and coaches enthralled by Ha Long Bay beauty

VOV.VN - A sightseeing tour of Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage site in Quang Ninh province, has offered unforgettable experiences to players, coaches, and referees from countries taking part in the ongoing ASEAN Police Football Open 2025 in Vietnam.