Rawalpindi, October 30, 2021 (PPI-OT):3rd International Physical Agility and Combat Efficiency System (PACES) competition is being held in Lahore under arrangements of Pakistan Army from 1 to 7 November 2021. Contingents from six countries comprising 107 military personnel including Iraq, Jordan, Palestine, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan and UAE will take part in the mega event whereas Myanmar, Indonesia and Egypt will be participating as observers. 9 teams from Pakistan Army comprising 121 players will also participate.
Four international teams have already arrived at Lahore including Jordan, Palestine, Sri Lanka and UAE while remaining two teams from Uzbekistan and Iraq are likely to reach by 31 October 2021. Opening ceremony will be held on 1st November 2021 at Fortress stadium and closing ceremony will be organized at Ayub Stadium on 7th November 2021.
Earlier 1st and 2nd International PACES competitions were organized in 2016 and 2018 in Lahore. The event will showcase Pakistan as a peaceful and sports loving nation and will project the true face of our country.
For more information, contact:
Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR)
Hilal Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9271605
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