(VOVworld) - An awards ceremony for the 2015 Initiatives-for-the-community competition was held in Hanoi on Monday. 6 months from its launch, the competition drew 177 entries.

11 entries were awarded including one first prize, 2 second prizes, 3 third prizes, and 5 consolation prizes.

President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Nguyen Thien Nhan said the competition not only honors scientists and their achievements but also promotes national pride. He said: “Innovations are a source of development. Creativity should continue to be encouraged and supported and businesses should sponsor initiatives and innovations to contribute to national development.”