The Vietnamese U22 team’s thrilling 3–2 comeback win over hosts Thailand in the men’s football final at the 33rd SEA Games not only secured a coveted gold medal, but also sparked a wave of strong reactions from regional and international media.

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has praised the vital role of journalism in national development, commending generations of journalists for their steadfast contributions to the cause of national construction and defence over the past century.