Japan recognizes the Philippines’ efforts to stamp its mark on the continental and global stage and the Asian volleyball power has vowed closer ties with the Filipinos in preparation for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championships.
FIVB Executive Vice President and AVC and AVC president Ramon “Tats” Suzara and Japan Minister and Consul General Takahiro Hanada with Alas Pilipinas members Thea Gagate, Dawn Catindig, Vince Lorenzo and EJ Casaña.
“Through our program ‘Sport for Tomorrow,’ Japan realizes and harnesses the power of sports as a force for global prosperity and harmony,” Hanada said. Suzara hailed Japan’s role in raising volleyball’s profile in the Philippines ahead of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championships set September 12 to 28.
Hanada said he is delighted to see Japanese teams warmly welcomed by Filipinos in each of their visit here.
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