Bình Dương organized the 'Month of Action for Children' and 'Children's Day Festival' with the theme 'Happy, Safe Children Stepping Confidently in the Digital Age'. Tan Hiep Phat Group donated over 1 billion VND in gifts to disadvantaged children in Ho Chi Minh City.
China is expanding its child-friendly city initiatives, focusing on public facilities and services. This includes adapting park designs to a '1-meter height' perspective, integrating technology into educational experiences, and expanding free HPV vaccinations for girls. The program now covers over a third of Chinese cities and benefits over 110 million children.
Xi Jinping sent a letter to young guides at the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China Memorial Hall and the South Lake Revolutionary Memorial Hall, encouraging them and wishing all children a happy holiday. He emphasized the importance of setting correct life goals from a young age and fostering patriotism and scientific innovation.
In Novorossiysk, a woman physically assaulted a 7-year-old boy on a playground on Children's Day, reportedly because he allegedly offended her son. The boy sustained a soft tissue contusion and was hospitalized. The boy's family filed a police report, while the attacker also contacted the juvenile division regarding her child.
On the eve of International Children's Day, Xi Jinping sent a letter to young pioneers from the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the CPC and the Nanhu Revolutionary Memorial Hall, encouraging them and wishing all children a happy holiday. He emphasized the importance of intergenerational continuity in the Party's cause and urged the children to follow the Party, inherit revolutionary traditions, and strive for a better future.
Across China, various locations are hosting engaging events for Children's Day. From treasure hunts and science carnivals in Zhejiang to interactive science exhibits and workshops in Beijing, Shaanxi, and Shanxi, children are exploring science and enjoying festive activities.
Ahead of International Children's Day, China's Women's Federation and 10 other departments have jointly issued a notice to organize celebratory activities. The initiative aims to foster patriotism, ensure child safety through legal protections, and promote holistic development via practical activities, emphasizing the importance of children as the nation's future.
Experts warn parents about the risks of "sharenting" on Children's Day, as shared photos and videos can be misused for identity theft, sexual exploitation, and cyberbullying, especially with the rise of AI-generated content.
Social media posts falsely claim Russia is offering a 10,000 ruble payment to all families with children for Children's Day on June 1st. Officials and experts have debunked this, stating no such federal payout exists, though some regions offer targeted support.
President Lee Jae Myung and first lady Kim Hea Kyung will host a Children's Day event at Cheong Wa Dae on Tuesday for 100 children and their parents, featuring tours and various activities.
