Following the great success since it was first held in 2013, the Da Nang International Marathon (DNIM) 2020 is scheduled to take place on 8 and 9 August. The most highly-anticipated event in Da Nang is expected to attract large numbers of runners from both home and abroad.

The upcoming event conveys the landmark message of ‘Together, Viet Nam can. We can. You can!’, which clearly shows the world that our S-shaped country can do the seemingly impossible.

As an international marathon spreading Vietnamese sports spirit to the world, DNIM 2020 is now on great mission to affirm the country’s stance within the global running community, and highlight Viet Nam’s efforts in the tough fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

The official announcement released on the completion’s official website reads: “Viet Nam – a small country – fought its way and steadily became a shining star during an unprecedented crisis. After great efforts, we – the Vietnamese – have the rights to be proud of what the whole nation has achieved together. We believe in each other, follow the right guidance to win this battle and have earned remarkable plaudits from friends around the globe. Entertainment and sports events are reactivated to revitalise Viet Nam, let Viet Nam be healthy, be young and be confident again”.

By NGUYEN AN - Translated by A.T