IOC seeks to reintegrate Russia, Belarus into world sports despite ongoing war
## Regulation: IOC Updates on Russia and Belarus Participation
Regulation: IOC Updates on Russia and Belarus Participation
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has advised sports governing bodies to permit youth teams and athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete under their national flag and anthem.
The IOC emphasized that athletes have a fundamental right to participate in sports globally and compete without political interference or pressure from governmental organizations.
This updated strategy was established during an Olympic Summit chaired by IOC President Kirsty Coventry. The meeting included key stakeholders from the Olympic community.
This updated strategy was established during an Olympic Summit chaired by IOC President Kirsty Coventry.
It was acknowledged that the implementation of this strategy might require time.
Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and African to be elected as President of the IOC earlier this year, assuming office on Thu, Jun 23, 2023, upon the retirement of her predecessor, Thomas Bach.
Russian and Belarusian athletes will be excluded from the traditional parade at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
