Declaration of the 11th Olympic Summit

International Olympic Committee Press ReleaseView this press release on IOC.org At the invitation of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the leading representatives of the Olympic Movement met today for the 11th Olympic Summit, which was held in person. Chaired by the IOC President, the Olympic Summit involves the leading representatives of the Olympic Movement. It forms part of the ongoing dialogue and consultation on subjects … Continue reading Declaration of the 11th Olympic Summit

Beijing 2022 remains on track as countermeasure planning progresses

The International Olympic Committee (IOC), International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and Beijing 2022 Organising Committee concluded a virtual Joint Project Review today, during which achievements, future milestones and COVID-19 countermeasures were discussed. Following the meetings, which took place on 19 and 20 November, IOC Coordination Commission Chair Juan Antonio Samaranch said: “The last two days have been very productive as we prepare to enter a crucial … Continue reading Beijing 2022 remains on track as countermeasure planning progresses

Buenos Aires 2018 changing the game

International Olympic Committee Press Release The third edition of the Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) opens on Saturday, 6 October, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Over 4,000 ‘Game Changing’ athletes, influencers and young leaders will be in the spotlight for an explosive 12 days of elite competition and innovation. The world’s best young athletes between the ages of 15 to 18 will be in the Argentinian … Continue reading Buenos Aires 2018 changing the game

IOC invites Olympic winter athletes to PyeongChang 2018 with just one year to go

International Olympic Committee Press Release “One year from now, it will be your moment to make history. When the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 finally begin, it will be a moment for Korea to amaze the world. Hosting the Olympic Games is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and it opens a unique window of opportunity to write a new chapter in your sporting history,” says IOC President … Continue reading IOC invites Olympic winter athletes to PyeongChang 2018 with just one year to go

Passing the baton: Rio 2016 Organising Committee presents Marvellous Games in the Marvellous City, as Tokyo 2020 looks to the future

International Olympic Committee Press Release Three months after the ‘marvellous’ Olympic Games Rio 2016, the Rio organisers were in the future host city of Tokyo this week to pass on their experiences. Representatives of the Tokyo 2020, PyeongChang 2018 and Beijing 2022 Organising Committees and the 2024 Candidate Cities were also there to listen, as well as to learn the lessons from their experiences. Reflecting … Continue reading Passing the baton: Rio 2016 Organising Committee presents Marvellous Games in the Marvellous City, as Tokyo 2020 looks to the future

IOC approves half a billion dollars for sport and athletes for the next four-year Olympic Solidarity plan

International Olympic Committee Press Release 16 per cent increase in funds for 2017-2020 “Quadrennial Plan” will see refugee athletes and NOCs in greatest need benefiting from new sport development programmes The Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today approved the Olympic Solidarity 2017-2020 Quadrennial Plan during a meeting in Lausanne. The Olympic Solidarity development and assistance budget approved today amounts to USD 509,285,000 … Continue reading IOC approves half a billion dollars for sport and athletes for the next four-year Olympic Solidarity plan

Beijing 2022 off to a very strong start

International Olympic Committee Press Release The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Coordination Commission concluded its first visit Wednesday with praise for the future host’s adherence to the vision presented during the candidature phase. “Beijing 2022’s vision of a creating a world-class winter sports centre in a region of 300 million people is becoming a reality,” Commission Chair Alexander Zhukov said. “It is a formidable opportunity to … Continue reading Beijing 2022 off to a very strong start

PyeongChang 2018 on course for winter test events

International Olympic Committee Press Release The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Coordination Commission for the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 wrapped up its seventh visit well pleased with the progress of venue construction. The Commission, led by IOC member Gunilla Lindberg, assessed every aspect of Games preparations during three days of venue visits and collaborative discussions with the PyeongChang 2018 Organising Committee. The Games organisers reported … Continue reading PyeongChang 2018 on course for winter test events