Within the framework of the act of welcoming and recognition of the delegations that represented the country at the Central American and Caribbean Games and the South American Para Games, the President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, praised the efforts of Venezuelan athletes.
The dignitary emphasized that each victory achieved is a shared triumph with the entire nation in times of adversity, adding, «That medal on your chests is also on the chests of the Venezuelan people.» She recalled the decision to maintain the country’s representation in the sporting events after the difficult times experienced in the country, to carry the tricolor flag with pride and receive the solidarity of the brotherly peoples.
Likewise, the Head of State reaffirmed the national government’s commitment to provide all necessary support for the new sports cycle, «You are the sons and daughters of Simón Bolívar, you carry that invincible spirit of the child Bolívar, and we will continue preparing you for the 2028 Olympic route. We have one year and four months left for the tireless preparation so that we can have the best possible participation in the Los Angeles Olympic Games.»