The General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), organized in Kuwait, received Thomas Bach and the woman who is about to succeed him, Kirsty CoventryThe IOC President took the opportunity to praise the role played by Asian nations in the dynamics of the Olympic Movement. I have always felt and appreciated the tremendous energy, commitment and dynamism of Asia, whether from the IOC members on this continent, the National Olympic Committees or the OCA as an organization. This typically Asian dynamism has carried me throughout my presidency, for which I will be eternally grateful. ", did he declare.
A landmark day in the state of Kuwait as the OCA and Asian Sports Federations come together to shape the future of sport in Asia.
— Olympic Council of Asia (@AsianGamesOCA) May 13, 2025
From new initiatives to deeper collaboration, the meeting marks a powerful step forward for all multi-sport events across the continent. 🏅🌏
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The German leader praised the importance of the OCA's flagship event, the Asian Games, which are " a model of success that has always served as a reference for all continental Games " And to add: " The fact that we awarded the first eSports Olympics to Saudi Arabia shows how We appreciate the spirit of initiative of this continent. Once again, Asia is at the forefront of innovation in sportShe guides the Olympic Movement towards a bright future, always putting Olympic values first. » Thomas Bach left with the OCA Merit Award for its contribution to the Olympic Movement.
