The Delegation of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) participated at the Opening Ceremony of the 3rd Turkic Universiade held on 4 September 2025 in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyz Republic. The Opening Ceremony was attended by delegations from the Member States of the OTS, as well as representatives of the Secretariat of the OTS.

In his remarks, Sadi Jafarov, Deputy Secretary General of the OTS, expressed his appreciation to the Kyrgyz side for the excellent organization of the Universiade and the warm hospitality extended to all participants. He underlined the importance of youth and sports in strengthening the bonds of brotherhood among the Turkic nations and highlighted the role of the Universiade as a symbol of unity, mutual respect, and cooperation.

The 3rd Turkic Universiade, hosted under the Chairmanship of the Kyrgyz Republic in the OTS, has gathered more than 500 university athletes and coaches from the Member States. During the tournament, which will run until 9 September 2025, participants will compete in various sports disciplines including wrestling, futsal, volleyball, judo, table tennis, and chess.