On the afternoon of 26 September, the Opening Ceremony of the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2026) was held at Phenikaa University, organised by the Hanoi People’s Committee in coordination with relevant agencies and organisations.
The 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2026) will take place in Hanoi from 25 September to 5 October 2026. The event is held under the direction of the Hanoi People’s Committee, in coordination with the Ministry of Education and Training, the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the IOAA International Board and relevant agencies and organisations. The Hanoi Department of Education and Training serves as the lead coordinating agency, working with municipal departments and agencies, while Phenikaa University is the main venue for the Olympiad’s academic and operational activities.
