REMARKS BY PRESIDENT KHALTMAAGIIN BATTULGA AT THE CLOSING OF ARAVT, INTERNATIONAL CAVALRY COMPETITION
“Troops and officers,
Distinguished guests and friends!
I am absolutely delighted and grateful for the successful organization of the international cavalry competition ‘Aravt’ in Mongolia, the land of horsemen.
On behalf of the steppe horsemen, I would like to congratulate all the servicemen who partook in the first cavalry competition and finished their task after undergoing many challenges.
Mongolian horses played an enormous role throughout many events in the contemporary Mongolian history that restored the national freedom and independence and defended the nation. Credit should also be given to the cavalry troops that fought in the Battles of Khalkhin Gol, the 80th anniversary of which will fall soon, for their service that brought us victory. We prepare to celebrate the historic anniversary with our friends that we fought shoulder to shoulder.
We are placing special importance on the first edition of the international cavalry competition ‘Aravt’, which is a new addition in the International Army Games, hosted by the Russian Federation, and is being held in Mongolia for its first year.
At the outset, organizing the international cavalry competition ‘Aravt’ is constructive in terms of strengthening the traditional friendship and mutual understanding and trust between the participating countries. Furthermore, it is helping us ensure security and regional stability, preparing us to serve the common interest of humanity with joint efforts and close cooperation, and increasing trust.
As the International Army Games continue to expand over the years, I am confident that the international cavalry competition ‘Aravt’ will also grow, with more cavalry troops partaking in the competition.
I appreciate the efforts of all the athletes of the competition and wish them well-being.
I would also like to invite you all to reunite in the homeland of horsemen and test and demonstrate your abilities again.
Thank you.”
