Turkey is keen to further strengthen sports ties with Pakistan

The Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Irfan Naziroglu congratulated the Pakistan Blind Sports Federation for successfully holding the 2025 IBSA Asia Pacific Golf Championship, describing sports as an effective means of promoting friendship and healthy activities among nations.

He said that Turkey wishes to further strengthen sports ties with Pakistan through mutual cooperation and exchange of expertise, adding that such partnerships promote unity, participation and peace.

PBSF President Muhammad Waqas Warraich is expected to visit Turkey soon to explore avenues for deeper involvement in the development of blind sports.

The Turkish envoy hoped that Pakistan would continue to host more international sporting events, providing its athletes with greater exposure and opportunities to excel on the world stage.

He assured that Turkey will continue to support PBSF and other initiatives aimed at empowering people with disabilities through sports.

Senator Danesh Kumar graced the occasion as the chief guest at the completion ceremony while Thai Ambassador to Pakistan Rongvudhi Virabutr and officials of the Iranian Embassy were also present. The officials distributed medals to the top performing athletes and praised their outstanding performance.

In the women’s final, China beat Japan 2–1 in a hard-fought encounter to successfully defend their title. Both sides showed remarkable defensive discipline and tactical control, but China kept their composure in the final minutes to overcome Japan and maintain their continental supremacy.

Earlier, South Korea secured the women’s bronze medal, thrashing Thailand 6–0 in a one-sided match that highlighted their superior precision and teamwork.

In the men’s final, Iran maintained their dominance by defeating China 4–2 in a hard-fought battle.

Iran combined tactical awareness with sharp finishing to claim another gold for their country. China fought hard but could not overcome Iran’s well organized defense.