KABUL: The Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs Mawlavi Abdul Salam Hanafi, states that the Islamic Emirate is fully committed to supporting sports and athletes in the country.
He made the remarks during a ceremony honoring the medal-winning athletes returning from the 11th Asian Competition Games held in China.
Addressing the ceremony, the Deputy Prime Minister said:” You can shine and achieve honor in the sports with Islamic dignity”.
He urged the athletes to prepare for international competitions, assuring them that the government was ready to provide them necessary facilities.
The 11th Asian Competition Games was held in China, in October 2023, with the participation of 12,500 athletes and Afghanistan had 85 athletes competing in these games.