The event will be held at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, and will feature a total of 10,000 athletes from the four participating countries.

The BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games: A Celebration of Regional Unity

The BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games are a premier regional sporting event that brings together athletes from Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The games are a celebration of regional unity and cooperation, promoting the values of friendship, sportsmanship, and mutual respect among the participating nations.

History of the BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games

The BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games have a rich history, dating back to 2003 when the four countries first came together to promote economic and social development in the region. The games were initially held in Brunei, but have since been rotated among the participating countries. The event has grown in popularity and size over the years, with the 2019 edition featuring over 5,000 athletes from the four countries.

The 2023 BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games

The 2023 edition of the BIMP-EAGA Friendship Games will be held in the Philippines, with the event taking place from December 1 to 5 at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.

The Friendly Games bring together young athletes from across the sub-region to promote unity and sportsmanship.

2021 edition postponed again due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Introduction

The Friendly Games, a premier international youth sports event, has been a beacon of hope and unity for young athletes in the sub-region. The event, which was originally scheduled to take place in 2020, was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.