Support for Sports: Provisions for veteran and young national athletes

A ceremony to award monthly stipends to veteran Myanmar national athletics athletes and provide essential equipment to preliminary and youth national team officials, coaches, and athletes undergoing training at the Nay Pyi Taw Gold Camp was held on Saturday.

Union Minister for Sports Affairs U Ye Myint Tun presented monthly stipends and commendation awards from the Myanmar Athletics Federation and Myanmar Equestrian Federation to eight veteran national athletes who won gold, silver, and bronze medals at the Southeast Asian Games.

Subsequently, foodstuff and necessary supplies were provided to a total of 245 preliminary and youth national athletes. Next, sports equipment were provided to the preliminary and youth national teams.

Likewise, the Myanmar Athletics Federation and Myanmar Equestrian Federation each donated 10 million kyat to support the preliminary and youth national teams currently training for the 34th Southeast Asian Games.

The Union Minister emphasized that advancing sports is integral to safeguarding the nation and upholding its prestige. He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to provide monthly stipends to veteran athletes who won medals at the Southeast Asian Games and to honor and support athletes who have brought distinction to the country.

The Union Minister emphasized to foster sportsmanship, unity and integrity and described veteran athletes’ experience, discipline and perseverance as valuable role models for younger generations. Urging young athletes to pursue their ambitions with discipline, determination and mutual respect, the Union Minister highlighted the benefits of sports in building physical fitness, teamwork and courage in overcoming challenges.

He also encouraged athletes to train consistently and strive for success in every competition. On behalf of veteran Myanmar national athletics athletes, former gold medalist U Thant Zin expressed appreciation. He also encouraged preliminary and youth national athletes to strive to bring pride to Myanmar on the international stage.