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Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Sheikh Joaan announces his candidacy for the presidency of Olympic Council of Asia
His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and First Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). This comes as part of his commitment to contributing to the development of Asian sports and strengthening its unity and cohesion during the coming period. This announcement came after the Olympic Council of Asia opened nominations for the presidential elections on July 15, 2025, in preparation for the next General Assembly, which will be held in January 2026 in Tashkent. On this occasion, Sheikh Joaan extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to HE Raja Randhir Singh, the current President of the Olympic Council of Asia, praising his significant contributions and leadership role in serving Asian sports during his tenure, as well as his constant commitment to consolidating the principles of teamwork and cooperation among Asian Olympic Committees. Sheikh Joaan also expressed his full support for the decision of the Olympic Council of Asia Executive Board to appoint His Excellency Raja Randhir Singh as Honorary President for Life, in recognition of his long career and solid legacy in serving the Asian Olympic Movement. In this context, Sheikh Joaan affirmed that his candidacy for the presidency stems from his deep belief in the role of sports as a means of development and rapprochement between peoples, and his firm conviction in the ability of Asian sports to achieve qualitative leaps in the areas of governance, sustainability, digital transformation, and athlete empowerment. Sheikh Joaan also stressed the importance of enhancing balanced distribution of opportunities, expanding cooperation between Olympic committees, upgrading sports infrastructure, and providing greater platforms for youth and women to participate in shaping the future of sports in Asia. Sheikh Joaan's candidacy is based on an ambitious strategic vision for the development of Asian sports, based on five main pillars: solidarity, digital transformation, sustainable development, credibility, and economic and financial resilience. This vision reflects His Excellency's extensive experience in sports, his proven track record as leader of the Qatar Olympic Committee, and his prominent role in the International Olympic Movement, particularly through his position as First Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). The upcoming elections for the Olympic Council of Asia are expected to attract significant interest from the sports community, given the challenges facing global sports and the need for effective leadership that promotes transparency and integration within the Asian sports system. The Olympic Council of Asia is one of the most prominent continental sporting bodies, with 45 National Olympic Committees as members. It plays a pivotal role in coordinating sporting activities among Asian countries, supporting development efforts, activating cooperation initiatives in the areas of sports governance and management, and enhancing the infrastructure and institutional capabilities of member Olympic committees. The Olympic Council of Asia, founded in 1982 and headquartered in Kuwait City, oversees the organization of numerous combined events, including the Asian Games, the Asian Winter Games, the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, the Asian Beach Games, the Asian Youth Games, and other tournaments that enhance the status of Asian sports on the international stage.
Arab Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Sheikh Joaan officially announces candidacy for president of the Olympic Council of Asia
DOHA, July 16: Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Officially Announces Candidacy for President of the Olympic Council of Asia Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and First Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), formally declared his candidacy yesterday for the presidency of the Olympic Council of Asia. His decision underscores his commitment to advancing sports development across Asia and promoting greater unity and cohesion on the continent in the years to come. This announcement comes following the opening of the nomination period for the Asian Olympic Council presidential elections on July 15, in preparation for the upcoming General Assembly scheduled for January 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Sheikh Joaan extended his sincere gratitude to the current Council president, Raja Randhir Singh, lauding his significant contributions and leadership in promoting Asian sports during his tenure. He praised Singh's ongoing commitment to strengthening collaboration and teamwork among Asian National Olympic Committees and fully supports the Executive Board's decision to appoint Singh as Honorary Lifetime President of the Council, honoring his enduring legacy and exceptional service to the Asian Olympic movement.
Qatar Tribune
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Sheikh Joaan meets Korean NOC President to advance Olympic collaboration
H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), met with Seungmin Ryu, President of the Korean Sport and Olympic Committee (KSOC), on the sidelines of the ongoing ITTF meetings following the conclusion of the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships – Doha 2025 on Sunday. The meeting marked first official engagement between the two National Olympic Committees since Ryu's election earlier this year. A highly respected figure in international sport, Ryu brings to his leadership deep experience as both an Olympic champion and a long-time contributor to Olympic institutions, including his role as Chairman of the PyeongChang 2018 Legacy Foundation. The leaders exchanged views on strengthening cooperation between Qatari and Korean sports institutions, with particular emphasis on Olympic development, legacy planning, and strategic engagement across both summer and winter disciplines. The conversation also reflected the shared ambition of both NOCs to deepen cross-regional partnerships and advance sport as a platform for long-term collaboration. In attendance at the meeting was His Excellency Jassim Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee. As two countries with growing global sporting footprints and complementary expertise, the meeting reaffirmed the value of sustained dialogue and institutional exchange between Qatar and the Republic of Korea, both as committed members of the Olympic movement and as strategic partners in sport.
Qatar Tribune
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
QOC president meets Korean counterpart
DOHA: President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani has met with the President of the Korean Sport and Olympic Committee (KSOC) Ryu Seung-min, on the sidelines of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) meetings currently being held in Doha. The meeting discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the sports institutions of Qatar and the Republic of Korea, with a focus on developing the Olympic Movement, planning for a sports legacy, and expanding areas of strategic cooperation in summer and winter sports. Secretary-General of QOC Jassim Rashid Al Buainain attended the meeting.
