MANILA, Philippines: THE Philippines has formalized on Thursday its bid to host the prestigious FIVB Volleyball World Men's Championship 2025 where 31 of the world's best nations plus the country's national team will showcase elite action in the sport from September 12 to 28.

'As they say, teamwork makes the dream work and this meeting is a first major step towards the dream of a successful bid and eventual hosting of the men's world championship,' said Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) president Ramon 'Tats' Suzara during the Special Briefing of the Philippines Bid to Host the FIVB Volleyball World Men's Championship 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Manila at BGC in Taguig City.