THE Philippine Sports Commission reaffirmed its commitment to promote the national sport of Arnis in the region during the 7th
ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Sports , the 14th Senior Officials Meeting on Sports and related meetings, in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Pressing areas of discussions for the PSC was its commitment to foster a culture of sportsmanship, inclusivity and excellence in the Philippines and the broader ASEAN community. “The Philippines has always been in support of the activities of the different ASEAN member states that are incorporated in the ASEAN Work Plan on Sports 2021-2025, to strengthen cooperation towards an active community, where sports grow with integrity and serve an essential means in advancing socio-cultural development and promoting peace,” said PSC Chairman Richard Bachmann, who led the Philippine delegation.
“Arnis, as our national sport, is a complete martial art system of weapons training and empty-hand self defense. We want our ASEAN neighbors to experience and appreciate this sport and further forge sports activities and exchanges of experts,” added the PSC chief, who was joined by PSC Commissioner Bong Coo as the country’s SOMS leader.
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