The solemn closing ceremony of the first Youth Delphic Games organized for the countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization took place in Bishkek. The mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev, opened the event, congratulating the participants and noting that Bishkek warmly welcomes guests.
“Participation in this competition is already a significant achievement. We are proud of you! For everyone, this event has become the beginning of new discoveries and steps into the future, shaping your life path. Bishkek is filled with a festive atmosphere. Hosting the Delphic Games is a great honor and an important step in the development of culture and strengthening international ties among youth,” he emphasized.
About 700 children participated in the competitions, of which about 300 represented foreign countries, while around 400 came from Kyrgyzstan. Young talents arrived from Belarus, India, Iran, Pakistan, China, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.
This Delphic Games are being held for the first time and aim to strengthen international friendship and cultural cooperation among youth.
It should be noted that the first Youth Delphic Games of the SCO countries began on March 23. Their program included eight competitive nominations, such as piano, visual arts, folk and pop singing, folk dances, DJing, playing folk instruments, and decorative and applied arts.
