THE Philippine Sports Commission has strongly discouraged national athletes from taking overseas trips due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The PSC issued a memorandum to all national teams, athletes, and sports personnel on Wednesday in light of the growling tension in the Middle East after the United States and Israel launched air strikes against Iran.
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PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio said several national teams are already been affected by travel restrictions around the world that were caused by the conflict and are now being assisted on arrangements for their trips back to the Philippines.
“In view of the escalating conflict in the Middle East and its potential impact on international air routes and transportation corridors, the Philippine Sports Commission strongly discourages national teams, athletes, and sports personnel from undertaking non-essential travel abroad at this time,” said Gregorio.
“The evolving situation raises heightened safety and security concerns, including possible regional escalation, increased military activity, and rapidly changing security conditions, as already experienced by several teams abroad that are currently being assisted in arranging their return home,” said Gregorio.
“National Sports Associations, team officials, and athletes are advised to reassess or postpone planned overseas travel on the basis of risk, safety, and necessity. The PSC continues to monitor developments and will issue further updates as needed. The safety and welfare of our athletes remain our highest priority,” he added.
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