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President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, Jr. led the send-off ceremony for Filipino athletes bound for the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics on Friday at the Ayuntamiento in Intramuros, Manila.The event was also held in celebration of the Philippines' 100th anniversary of Olympic participation.In his speech, Marcos reminded the athletes of their role in inspiring the nation.
"Marcos also cited his administration's efforts in developing sports such as rehabilitating facilities in the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, the PhilSports Complex, and building the National Academy of Sports System in Tarlac and the Philippine Sports Training Center in Bataan.He also directed the Office of the Executive Secretary to release to the Philippine Sports Commission any funds needed for the athletes' participation in the Summer Games.
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