8th Treet World Taekwondo President’s Cup proves Pakistan’s world-class event capability: Col Janjua
8th Treet World Taekwondo President’s Cup proves Pakistan’s world-class event capability: Col Janjua
LAHORE: Calling the ongoing 8th Treet World Taekwondo President’s Cup (Asian Region) a landmark moment for the country, Lt. Col. (R) Waseem Ahmad Janjua, Chairman of the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation,
stated that hosting over 869 athletes and officials from 38 nations stands as clear evidence of Pakistan’s strong capability to organize world-class martial arts championships.
In an official statement, Col. Janjua emphasized that the mega-event has not only provided invaluable exposure to local martial artists by pitting them against international-level competitors, but it has also projected a bright,
positive image of Pakistan globally. He noted that the seamless execution of the tournament has further reinforced the confidence of the global taekwondo community in Pakistan’s hosting credentials.
Highlighting the federation’s future strategy, the chairman shared that efforts are underway to attract more international competitions to local soil.
He underscored that continued collaboration and backing from key sports bodies—including the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) and the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA)—remain essential to maintaining this momentum.
Col. Janjua expressed sincere gratitude to the Asian Taekwondo Union (ATU) for its unwavering support in promoting the sport and facilitating major events in the country.
He also acknowledged the vital role played by corporate sponsors and the media for their extensive support in making the landmark championship a success.
