TIRANA, Jan 9 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama renewed his government commitment to supporting elite athletes, sportsmen and sportswomen, as he presented Albanian cyclist Nelia Kabetaj with a trophy awarded by the Albanian Olympic Committee in recognition for performance in international and national races.
Addressing a gala evening hosted by the Albanian Olympic Committee in honor of the best performing athletes and coaches on Thursday, the government head expressed readiness to support sporting success at an elite and professional level, both domestically and internationally.
PM Rama said that his government will continue supporting elite sportsmen and sportswomen, saying it is really promising for the future that very young Albanian athletes have successfully competed in international arena and have claimed gold medals in various disciplines.
He expressed gratitude to the sport federations, sportsmen, coaches and all supporting staff.
“Each and every one of you here, athletes, coaches and technical supporting staffs deserve recognition and gratitude for your contribution in the international sports races. I would like to reassure everyone for the special support we have earmarked for sports by constantly increasing financial contribution to the sports community. I have seen the performance and results and there are many very young champions and this is promising for more champions in the years to come. We will provide decent support and we will deliver on our pledges and commitment to supporting elite athletes,” the Premier said.
He urged the Head of the Albanian Olympic Committee, Fidel Ylli, to expand number of sport disciplines in schools.
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