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Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot extended his congratulations to Senegal for hosting the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.

Prevot highlighted the historic significance of the event as the first Olympic event to be held on the African continent and thanked the organizers and volunteers.

Commenting on the occasion, Prevot said: "Africa is the continent of youth, talent and ambition. Seeing the continent's young people welcome young people from around the world inspires us to aim even higher. I hope that one day the Olympic Games will also be held on the African continent. Dakar is leading the way."

Prevot also congratulated young Belgian athletes on their performances and the medals they had won, noting that they were proud of the athletes' achievements.