The three-day event features over 100 athletes and referees from seven Asian countries, including China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, the Philippines, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Competitors will battle in the official events League of Legends and CrossFire, while the showcase event highlights digital sports dance Stepin.
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Vice Chairman of the Can Tho municipal People's Committee Nguyen Van Khoi speaks at the opening ceremony. |
Addressing the opening ceremony, Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee Nguyen Van Khoi described the championship as a vibrant and healthy platform that promotes the growth of the digital entertainment industry and enhances international cooperation.
He highlighted that hosting the event showcases Can Tho as a dynamic, creative city that blends tradition with modernity. The championship also aims to spread the message that Esports is a bridge of culture, creativity, and integration in the digital era, inspiring young people and attracting investment from global technology firms.
Can Tho has prepared extensively with modern facilities, technical infrastructure, security measures, traffic management, healthcare support, media promotion, and cultural exchanges to ensure the event’s success. The city hopes the championship will strengthen the Asian esports community, foster cultural exchange, and promote Can Tho as an international tourism destination.
According to Do Viet Hung, Vice President of the Asian Electronic Sports Federation, Can Tho was chosen to host ECA 2025 due to its strategic location in the Mekong Delta, modern sports and tourism infrastructure, and its strong cultural identity. The city’s blend of tradition, technology, and hospitality makes it an ideal venue for an Asian-scale esports competition, a platform for athletes to showcase talent, connect cultures, promote tourism, and spark creativity among young people.
Source: VNA