Launching the Archery Championship, TNI Commander Encourages the Development of National Athletes

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Commander General Agus Subiyanto expressed hopes that the TNI Commander’s Cup Archery Championship 2026 will serve as a benchmark for the success of athlete development and foster the enhancement of national sports achievements.

This aspiration was conveyed by Agus during his opening remarks at the TNI Commander’s Cup Archery Championship 2026, held to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the TNI.

The TNI Commander’s message was delivered by the Commander of the National Air Operations Command, Air Marshal TNI Minggit Tribowo, during the opening ceremony of the championship.

In his speech, Agus stated that the archery competition has four main objectives, one of which is to assess the success of athlete development at both national and international levels.

"Firstly, it serves as a parameter for measuring the success of national athletes and even international athletes. Secondly, it aims to discover and nurture talented athletes with the potential to excel, reflecting TNI's involvement in supporting the government in the field of national sports development," Minggit Tribowo read from the TNI Commander’s remarks on Friday (23/10/2026).

Moreover, the competition is expected to strengthen communication and relationships among sports administrators and build camaraderie between the TNI, National Police, and the community.

Agus also emphasized that sports, especially archery, embody values that can shape participants' character.

These values include sportsmanship, fighting spirit, honor, discipline, responsibility, cooperation, and self-confidence.

"Thirdly, it aims to enhance the quality of athletes while also helping to improve national sports achievements," he said.

"Lastly, it seeks to build and maintain communication among national, provincial, city, and district sports boards, fostering harmonious ties, solidarity, and a sense of camaraderie among the TNI, National Police, and the community," he revealed.

Therefore, he urged all athletes to participate earnestly and uphold sportsmanship.

"To all athletes, I wish you success in your competition and may you achieve the best results," Agus concluded in his message.