Manama: His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, chaired the fourth meeting of the Supreme Organising Committee for the 3rd Asian Youth Games. The event is scheduled to be hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain from October 22 to 31, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
According to Bahrain News Agency, HH Shaikh Khalid reviewed the latest preparations undertaken by the Executive Committee. A detailed report was presented, highlighting key achievements and the readiness of all working committees involved in hosting the event. The report also covered sports and technical preparations, key equipment and devices to be provided, and the approved plan to ensure complete readiness of all competition venues and supporting facilities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented an overview of its planned efforts to support and promote the event. This reflects the integrated cooperation between various government entities to ensure the success of the Games.
HH Shaikh Khalid emphasised that the royal patronage of the 3rd Asian Youth Games places a great responsibility on all parties to redouble their efforts and complete all preparations within the coming period. He noted the significant challenge posed by time, but expressed confidence that the determination of Bahrain's people, along with the Kingdom's wealth of human capital, infrastructure, high-quality services, and facilities, will ensure the success of this major Asian event being held in the Kingdom for the first time.
HH Shaikh Khalid assured that the Supreme Committee will fully support the Executive Committee in completing all necessary tasks and requirements through coordination, cooperation, and synergy between public and private sector institutions. He noted that this will further enhance Bahrain's reputation for successfully hosting and organising major sporting events, and concluded by wishing all teams continued success.