Nicolás Maduro calls for peace to continue to prevail in Venezuela

Caracas, November 10 (RHC)-- During the inauguration of the XXI National Sports Games "Oriente 2024", Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro called to take care of peace and allow it to continue to prevail in the country.

“Peace is the guarantee of happiness, of construction, it is the guarantee of coexistence, of harmony.  That is why we must take care of peace as the supreme good, without peace we would not have a sports movement like the one we have, nor would we have National Games, nor would there be anything.  Peace is the most precious child that the Homeland has.  We must take care of it and we must allow peace to continue prevailing above all else,” said the Venezuelan president.

In relation to the youth games, the Venezuelan head of state recalled that they are part of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic cycle.  Maduro pointed out that efforts, work, methodology, professionalism, science and resources must be invested in the sports movement so that the country takes on a new momentum.

“And we will be watching the young people of Venezuela all these days, because we have to raise the Olympic athletic movement of Venezuela with more strength. I felt very excited, I tell you, very excited to see that Venezuela is following a path of stability, peace, happiness for the people,” said the Venezuelan president.

Nicolás Maduro celebrated that the XXI National Sports Games will have for the first time a representation of the Guayana Esequiba state.  Maduro announced the participation of 6,500 athletes from the 25 entities of the country, the capital Caracas, plus the remaining 24 states, who will compete in 57 disciplines.

The opening day was an example of unity and commitment to national sport, where the effort of the authorities and the community in supporting young athletes was highlighted.

The competitions will take place in the states of Anzoátegui, Monagas and Sucre, and will allow athletes to demonstrate their talent and dedication in various sports disciplines.

With a focus on excellence and participation, the games promise to be a memorable event that will celebrate the diversity and talent of Venezuelan athletes.