A Send-off Ceremony for the 5th Asian Para Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026
2026/10/5
A send-off ceremony for the Sri Lankan athletes who will participate in the 5th Asian Para Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 was held at the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka on 5th October, hosted by H.E. Akio ISOMATA, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, with the presence of Mr. A.H.M.U. Aruna Bandara, Secretary to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Brigadier. D. K. Aludeniya (Retd.), Chef de Mission/President of the Sri Lanka National Paralympic Committee.
The 5th Asian Para Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 is going to be held from 18th to 24th October with the theme “Imagine One Heart.” During the period, 18 sports games will be held and around 4,000 athletes and team officials from across Asia will participate in the games. The main theatre of the Games is Nagoya and other cities in Aichi Prefecture, known for rich history and culture as well as industrial innovation.
Ambassador Isomata said in his remarks: "I hope you will follow Mr. Rumesh Tharanga, who secured the Javelin gold medal last month in the 20th Asian Games, and earn as many medals as possible. However, there are important things beyond medals and podiums. Fair play and the pursuit of excellence to the best of your ability. I am confident you will make Sri Lanka immensely proud and inspire the next generation Sri Lankan youths. People of Japan and Aichi-Nagoya are eager to cheer you on. I wish you the Sri Lankan athletes a safe trip, good health and the very best of luck!
The Embassy of Japan wishes Team Sri Lanka every success and looks forward to witnessing their outstanding achievements in the Games.