Hong Kong, China, January 26, 2025 – Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) President Ramon Suzara recently visited Hong Kong, China to discuss the future of volleyball in the region and explore potential collaborations with local stakeholders.
In the three-day meet, Suzara, who also serves as FIVB Executive Vice President and Philippine National Volleyball Federation President, met with key stakeholders and local executives including Marina Tsui, Treasurer of the AVC; Wilfred Ng, President of the Volleyball Association of Hong Kong, China; and Edgar Yang, Secretary General of the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China.
Discussions emphasized the potential of Hong Kong hosting future AVC events, which would not only showcase the sport to a wider audience but also provide valuable experience and exposure for local players and officials.
Hong Kong has emerged as a leading volleyball city, successfully hosting the Women’s Volleyball Nations League in 2024. This momentum continues as the city is set to host the VNL Women’s Pool matches again in June 2025, solidifying its position as a premier destination for international volleyball.
The meeting also explored potential partnerships between the Philippines and Hong Kong, China including support for the upcoming 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in Manila between September 12 and 28, 2025.
The highly-anticipated Men’s World Championship will showcase the world’s top 32 men’s teams playing in two historic venues in the Philippines – Smart Araneta Coliseum and SM Mall of Asia Arena. President Suzara extended an invitation to key officials to attend the championship.
The AVC President also visited the headquarters of the Volleyball Association of Hong Kong, China, where he reiterated his commitment to expanding volleyball’s reach across Asia by promoting regional collaboration and organizing high-level competitions to inspire future generations.
In a gesture of goodwill, Suzara presented Hong Kong leaders with traditional Filipino ornaments crafted from Capiz shells. These intricately designed gifts symbolize the enduring partnership and shared aspirations for the growth of volleyball in the region.
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