The service personnel of the commands and units of the Army ceremonially lined up at the Military Stadium at the City Park to mark the beginning of the final sports matches in celebration of the Day of the Army – the 18th of August.
The Director of the General Staff Brigadier General Simeon Trajkovski addressed the audience and said that sport in the Army is a significant segment of the army training and physical readiness, as well as of enhancing the competitive spirit which contributes to improvement of mission and task accomplishment. He wished all participants of the sports matches, as well as the individual sports competitors, to compete fairly, emphasizing to take the necessary precautions against the extreme heat.
After finishing all sports activities in cross country running, futsal, table tennis, volleyball and basketball, all winners, teams and individuals, will be awarded.
Army service personnel have achieved significant results in sports, in-country and internationally, which contributes to strengthening inter-army cooperation, friendship and peace in the region and in the world.
