PANGKALPINANG -- PT TIMAH Tbk remains committed to advancing sports development in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province, one of which is by supporting the Provincial Wushu Championship held on November 29–30, 2025. PT TIMAH Tbk provided support in the form of company-owned facilities used as the competition venue.
The two-day championship was met with enthusiasm from wushu athletes across the Bangka Belitung Islands. A total of 128 participants from five regencies/cities in the province took part in the competition, which featured 38 categories.
Ihdina Yulia Wardhani, Chair of the Organizing Committee, stated in her remarks that the championship serves as preparation for athletes ahead of the Bangka Belitung Provincial Sports Week.
“This provincial-level Wushu Championship is held as part of the athletes’ preparation program for the 2026 Bangka Belitung Provincial Sports Week and other upcoming championships, as well as to further develop wushu athlete training in the province,” she said.
Indina also added that the championship helps shape a healthier, more accomplished young generation.
“The main purpose of this event is to build healthy and high-achieving youth. It also introduces wushu to the wider community in Bangka Belitung. We also thank PT TIMAH for providing the sports hall facility for this championship,” she added.
Meanwhile, Dr. Rio Armada, Deputy Chair of the Bangka Belitung Provincial Wushu Federation, expressed appreciation to PT TIMAH Tbk for supporting the event.
“We are grateful this championship was able to take place, and we thank everyone involved, especially PT TIMAH Tbk for its strong support. Wushu continues to grow in Bangka Belitung, and we hope ongoing collaboration with various institutions will further strengthen athlete development in the future,” he said.
The support provided by PT TIMAH Tbk is part of the company’s social responsibility program for communities in its operational areas. This includes supporting sports facilities and infrastructure, as well as assisting athletes in participating in various championships. (*)
