Philippine National Games (PNG) was declared as the “centerpiece sports program” through Executive Order No.163 in 1994 for the purpose of addressing the need of a truly comprehensive sports development program, generating sports activities in the countryside, and harnessing the full potential of athletes for athletic excellence.

Objectives:
1.To provide a competition program platform for 18 years old and above.
2.To encourage all local government executives to invest in the development of sports and generate sports activities within their respective areas.
3.To serve as a selection ground for potential national athletes and eventually compete in international competitions such as the Southeast Asian Games, Asian Games, Olympic Games, and other major international sports competitions.