MANILA, Philippines — “Sports serves as an avenue to divert the youth from illegal drugs, criminality and other lawless acts. “Rest assured that this administration will never stop working hard to make the Philippines a better nation. “Being a delegate to the Palarong Pambansa is just one of the many firsts in your journey towards success. Embody good values and enhance your skills, for this is the beginning of your greater participation in nation-building. This marks the second straight time the President graced the Palaro inaugurals and spoke directly to the participating athletes, officials and coaches numbering to 20,000 from 17 regions.

Source: Philippine Star April 15, 2018 16:00 UTC