Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that a sports conference will soon be convened to discuss measures to revive Pakistan’s sporting glory.
He made the announcement while addressing a ceremony organized in honour of Pakistani athletes who won medals at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister said that sports officials, along with former and current athletes, would participate in the conference to deliberate on ways to promote sports and restore Pakistan’s standing in the international sporting arena.
Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the medal-winning athletes, saying they have brought pride and honour to the country. However, he emphasized that there is still considerable room for improvement.
The Prime Minister also highlighted Pakistan’s past achievements in various sports, including hockey, cricket and squash.
He noted that young people are increasingly taking an interest in e-sports and football. He called for collective efforts to promote different sporting disciplines, emphasizing the need to provide athletes with the necessary training and resources.
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of nurturing talent and ensuring equal access to training opportunities without discrimination, enabling athletes to excel.
Earlier, the Prime Minister distributed prizes among the medal-winning athletes.
