Jordan participates in the launch of the Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games

The ceremony carried a humanitarian and sporting message celebrating diversity and difference, reflecting the values of will, challenge, and determination, while highlighting aspects of Japanese culture and heritage.

Jordan is participating in this edition alongside 44 Asian countries and territories in competitions covering 18 Paralympic sports, where athletes will compete for medals across various games.

Jordan looks forward to achieving distinguished results and reaching the podiums through its participation in three sports: powerlifting, athletics, and table tennis.

Jordan holds 24 medals in its previous Asian Para Games record, consisting of 9 gold, 8 silver, and 7 bronze medals, since its first participation in the Guangzhou 2010 games.

The President of the Jordan Paralympic Committee, Dr. Omar Al-Hindawi, who attended the opening ceremony, praised the efforts of the national team's male and female athletes, valuing the levels they demonstrate that reflect the spirit of determination and resolve, and their keenness to represent Jordan in an honorable manner.

Al-Hindawi emphasized that participating in this continental event is not limited to achieving results and medals, but also represents an important opportunity for young players to gain experience and engage with advanced levels, contributing to the development of their abilities and the refinement of their talents. He stressed the importance of investing in these promising energies and providing them with the opportunity to compete and gain experience, to be a fundamental pillar in preparing a new generation of Paralympic athletes capable of continuing the path of Jordanian achievement in the future.