Alexander Subbotin: The II CIS Games are an opportunity to showcase our openness, hospitality, and culture

The Vitebsk region has the great honor of hosting the II Games of the CIS Countries, which provide an opportunity not only for athletes to prove themselves but also to showcase Belarusian hospitality, openness, and our culture. This was announced at the opening of the Muay Thai competitions in Vitebsk by the Chairman of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee, Alexander Subbotin.

"Dear participants, guests, and spectators, the II Games of the CIS Countries are one of the brightest sporting events in our country. Such events are another opportunity to demonstrate the hospitality, openness, culture, and cordiality of Belarusians, and a reason for athletes to make a name for themselves. It is a great honor for the Vitebsk region to host competitions of this level and become part of such a significant event," emphasized the head of the region, welcoming guests and participants of the Games.

Alexander Subbotin noted that our compatriots have traditionally been renowned for their sporting achievements in international arenas. "Athletes from the Vitebsk region are making a significant contribution to the medal tally at the II Games of the CIS Countries. Vitebsk athletes have already won 25 awards of various denominations, 4 of which are gold," reported the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee, and the audience in the Summer Amphitheater hall proudly welcomed this news, applauding the athletes' success.

The Vitebsk region is hosting the boxing competitions of the II Games of the CIS Countries, which have been underway in Orsha for the fourth day. "Today in Vitebsk, we are launching the Muay Thai bouts. The fight for medals begins on the stage of the Summer Amphitheater. Our President pays great attention to the development of sports and a healthy lifestyle, which is why Belarus is becoming the arena for major international competitions," the governor emphasized.

Alexander Subbotin wished the spectators memorable impressions and the athletes fair and beautiful competition.

"BELTA"