France is standing firm. The IOC has unveiled its new policy regarding femininity tests late March, sparking mixed reactions. Criticism has been voiced, particularly in France.where these genetic tests are prohibited. Sports Minister Marina Ferrari confirmed her opposition on the France Info radio program. It is a flashbackSome deny it, but it's a reality. These tests have been abandoned in 1999precisely because the scientific community was questioning the relevance of these tests She says.
« I understand that a certain category of athletes is being targeted, but today, my primary concern is for our French athletes. I remind you that Bioethics laws prohibit genetic testing in France (except for medical or legal purposes). We're at an impasse. We haven't had any way of measuring the impact of these tests: you could have intersex people who are unaware they have a genetic anomaly and who only discover it through a test. ", warns the minister.
She also raised the issue of funding: These tests cost several hundred euros. Who's going to pay? Is it the IOC? I don't think so. International federations? I don't think so. National federations? I don't think so. The state? I'm not going to fund things that are illegal in the country. French. “On Thursday, the CNOSF indicated in a statement that it was continuing…” discussions with the Ministry of Sports, Youth and Community Life, and the relevant federations on the numerous questions raised by the implementation of these tests ».
