Osvaldo Vento Montiller, president of the National Institute of Sports, Physical Education, and Recreation (Inder). Presented important elements of the sports organization’s accountability to the National Assembly of People’s Power regarding the Cuban Sports Bill and other topics of interest.
The digital edition of the sports publication JIT highlights that Vento also offered details related to priorities and immediate challenges for sports. From the grassroots to high performance—including recreation and other aspects—on Monday’s Mesa Redonda radio program.
Regarding legislative action, the head of INDER detailed the progress made since the drafting of the Bill. Which was discussed in various forums, until reaching its thirteenth version.
He stated that the law reflects many of the criteria expressed in the 29 in-person meetings and others expressed by the public through email and other means.
He emphasized that it will be the first law of its kind in the country and will allow for the implementation of the policy to improve the Cuban Sports System. Its drafting was based on historical and current national legislation and referenced similar laws from 11 countries.
Ventó also emphasized that, above all, it is based on the thinking of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz. The inspiring guide of the work built during INDER’s 64 years, which holds him as a beacon for each new challenge.
Regarding the accountability process before parliamentarians, he considered it a great opportunity. Following the last such experience, which took place in 1987. He noted that, in the midst of a very different environment, it has been enriched by grassroots outreach, in order to better project the work to eliminate shortcomings and regain ground on the international stage.
He also maintained that efforts related to the revitalization of facilities, scientifically driven work, and other options to overcome known difficulties are part of the organization’s immediate strategy. Whose actions have a significant impact on the well-being and spiritual satisfaction of the population.
He emphasized that sport is part of the idiosyncrasy of Cubans, who proudly enjoy winning Olympic and world medals. A condition that must be maintained despite the limitations. To achieve this, decisions have been made such as the restoration of the National Athletic Improvement School (ESPA) and the creation of the National Baseball School.
Regarding the center, designed as a link between the Sports Initiation Schools (Eide) and the national teams. The president of INDER announced that it will initially have enrollment for nine sports. Although it could increase to 13, and will be located in the capital’s Cotorro municipality.
Among the most significant activities completed so far this year. He mentioned the celebrations for the institution’s anniversary, which were held in the province of Holguin last February.
He also mentioned the celebration of the 2nd International Sports Fair in Cuba and the 25th anniversary of the National Commission for the Care of Athletes. An occasion on which the achievements were reviewed. Highlighting good examples and identifying dissatisfaction.
Vento expressed that these days, the future of sport in Cuba is expressed in the venues that host youth tournaments. As a prelude to the 61st edition of the National School Games.
But the focus is on further afield, focusing on participation in the year’s main multi-sport event: the 2nd Junior Pan American Games in Asuncion, Paraguay, scheduled to take place from August 9th to 23rd.
A total of 224 competitors will represent Paraguay in the second round of these competitions. Which will allow them to evaluate their athletic reserves for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. While also competing for direct tickets to the 2027 Lima Pan American Games.
Topics such as working with people with disabilities, recreation—reactivated in January with the Siempre Joven Sports Tournaments—the goal of making a solid contribution to the summer season, and improving talent acquisition were also featured in Vento’s presentation.
Among the main activities planned before the end of the current year, he mentioned the 11th ING Physical Activity and Sports Convention (AFIDE 2025), which will have China as the guest country.
Everything planned will continue a work that does not neglect the future. With the conviction that sport is one of the most useful tools for developing values and defending the Cuban social project.
With information from CNA
Translated by Aliani Rojas Fernandez
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