The Malay council, which has a jurisdiction over this resort island, has revived their bid to host the 4th Asian beach games that are scheduled to be held in the country in 2013.
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has originally chosen Boracay Island to be the official venue for the 4th Asian beach games during their general assembly held in Doha, Qatar in December 2006. The OCA, however, changed its mind for an unclear reason.
The OCA, in coordination with the Philippine Olympic Committee and the Philippine Sports Commission, is expected to roam around the country soon to look for a suitable venue for the Asian beach games.
Report said, around 4,000 delegates from the 45 participating countries in Asia will be joining in the event.
"The council is confident that Boracay could meet the minimum requirements of the OCA for the duration of the event," said Malay Councilor Jonathan Cabrerra, who has officially filed a resolution for the bid.
Copies of the resolution will be forwarded to both the POC and the PSC for their information (and support).
Already, Boracay hosted various interna-tional sports events such as kite boarding, windsurfing, and fun board among others. (PNA) /MP
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