The 45th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) will commence tomorrow, Sunday, in Kuwait with an unprecedented gathering of Asian sports leaders.

Event Highlights

• Duration: Two-day summit (Sunday-Monday)

• Participants:

  • Presidents/officials from 45 Asian National Olympic Committees

  • IOC President Thomas Bach (Germany)

  • Incoming IOC President Kirsty Coventry (Zimbabwe)

  • 400+ sports dignitaries from Asia and beyond

• Venues:

  • Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre (Opening ceremony)

  • OCA Headquarters (Official meetings)

Royal Patronage

• Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

• Supported by Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah

• Demonstrates Kuwait's "unlimited support" for Asian Olympic movement

Key Speakers

Dr. Thani Al-Kuwari (OCA Vice President):
"Kuwait's hosting reaffirms its central role in Asian sports, reflecting both Gulf Olympic leadership and the nation's commitment to athletic development."

Program Agenda

Day 1 (Sunday):

• Cultural Opening Ceremony featuring performances from Asia's five regions

• Theme: "Asia United" showcasing continental solidarity

Day 2 (Monday):

• Official General Assembly discussing:

  • Athlete development programs

  • Gender equality in sports

  • 2025 Asian Youth Games (Tashkent) preparations

  • Good governance reforms

Historical Significance

• First OCA assembly attended by both sitting and incoming IOC presidents

• Marks 10th anniversary of OCA headquarters in Kuwait

• Follows successful 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games