Tiếng ViệtAt the extraordinary meeting of the Executive Committee of the Vietnam Vovinam Federation held on the morning of July 29, 2025, Master Trần Văn Mỹ was elected as the new President of the Vietnam Vovinam Federation, replacing Dr. Mai Hữu Tín who recently resigned.
The meeting took place at Đệ Nhất Hotel (Ho Chi Minh City), convened to review the resignation letter of Dr. Mai Hữu Tín and to elect a new president to ensure the continuity and sustainable development of the Vovinam movement both domestically and internationally.
Meeting overview and voting process
During the meeting, delegates unanimously approved Dr. Mai Hữu Tín’s resignation from the position of President. Subsequently, they agreed to elect Master Trần Văn Mỹ – Vice President of the Vietnam Vovinam Federation and Head of the Vovinam Việt Võ Đạo School – as the new President of the Federation for Term IV (2023–2028), replacing Dr. Mai Hữu Tín.
Dr. Mai Hữu Tín’s resignation speech
In his speech, Dr. Mai Hữu Tín stated:
“In 2017, I accepted the role of President of the Vietnam Vovinam Federation at the request of Master Nguyễn Văn Chiếu and Mr. Lê Quốc Ân, serving as a sponsor and liaison with domestic and international authorities. Now, I resign from this position to fully focus on my responsibilities as President of the World Vovinam Federation, with the aim of further promoting Vovinam globally, towards inclusion in the Olympics.
Electing Master Trần Văn Mỹ as President is appropriate, as the head of the martial arts school will now lead the Vietnam Vovinam Federation, thereby strengthening unity and effectively guiding the movement’s domestic activities.”
Master Trần Văn Mỹ’s inaugural speech
In his acceptance speech, Master Trần Văn Mỹ expressed deep gratitude for Dr. Mai Hữu Tín’s significant contributions to the growth of Vovinam both nationally and internationally:
“Over the past eight years, under Dr. Mai Hữu Tín’s leadership, Vovinam has achieved new heights and stability. The movement has grown stronger thanks to the unity he fostered among masters and within the Federation’s executive committee. Dr. Mai Hữu Tín has generously used personal funds to sponsor Vovinam activities domestically and internationally — invaluable contributions. I hope that his continued focus on leading the World Vovinam Federation will further advance the global development of our martial art.”
Delegates congratulate and take commemorative photos with Master Trần Văn Mỹ, the new President of the Vietnam Vovinam Federation
Additionally, Master Trần Văn Mỹ outlined key objectives for the Federation moving forward:
- Adopting an effective organizational model for the Federation;
- Streamlining and strengthening the executive committee with functional departments operating efficiently;
- Promoting and improving the quality of the Vovinam movement among students, armed forces, and youth;
- Enhancing techniques and developing a martial arts system aligned with Vietnamese culture;
- Building a highly qualified team of coaches and referees;
- Fostering unity to ensure the stronger development of Vovinam.
Report & Photos by: Lê Giang (Vietnam Vovinam Federation)