Le Professor Ung Chang, an honorary member of the IOC, died on March 29 in the age of 87The Olympic institution paid tribute to him on Wednesday in a statement outlining his entire career. A former basketball player, he went on to serve as deputy secretary general, secretary general, and then... vice-president within the North Korean NOCHe also served as vice-president of the Olympic Council of Asia.
The IOC expresses its deep sorrow at the passing of IOC Honorary Member Ung Chang.
- IOC MEDIA (@iocmedia) April 1, 2026
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and the entire Olympic community.
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He notably contributed to the joint parade of the two Korean delegations in 2000 and 2018. Having become a member of the IOC in 1996, he had received the Olympic Order in 2023The Olympic flag will be flown at half-mast for three days at the Olympic House.
« Ung Chang dedicated his entire life to the development of sport in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and to promoting dialogue within the Olympic Movement., says Kirsty Coventry. His efforts to advance cooperation on the Korean Peninsula have demonstrated the power of sport to build connections and inspire hopeUng Chang served the Olympic Movement with dedication and dignity for many years. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues. »
