Members of the Philippine Paralympic team for Paris Para Games.

Not to be outdone by their Olympic counterparts, the country’s standard-bearers will be parading in ethnic-inspired uniforms and dresses designed by no less than celebrated “Weave Artiste” and fashion designer Ditta Sandico during the 17th  Paralympic Games opening ceremony at the iconic Place de Concorde and Champs Elysees on Aug. 29 in Paris, France.

Senator Chiz Escudero (center) joins AFAD Officials led by president Edwin Lim (second from left) in the ribbon cutting signaling the start of the 30th Arms Show.

By Edwin Rollon

Senate President Senator Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero hailed the resiliency of the local firearms manufacturer and dealers and vowed to give the industry just like any other sector the full support and protection from the government.

AFAD president Edwin Lim (right) and Aric Topacio announce an exciting program

World-class imported and locally made sporting firearms and shooting products all highlighting innovations and safety features will be on full display as the Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers, Inc. (AFAD) hosts the first of two parts in this year’s 30th Defense and Sporting Arms Show starting Wednesday (August 21) at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.