Hanoi, March 22 -- Nearly 17,000 people took part in the 2026 Olympic Run Day for public health and national security in Hanoi on March 22, marking the largest edition of the event to date.

Held under the chair of the Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and People's Committees of 34 provinces and cities, the event forms part of activities celebrating the 80th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's call for nationwide physical exercise, the 80th anniversary of Vietnam Sports Day (March 27, 1946-2026), and the 80th anniversary of the People's Public Security Force (July 12, 1946-2026).

The run was held simultaneously nationwide, drawing over 1.2 million participants across most of ...