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emphasized that the adoption of unified electoral regulations will serve as a

standard framework for sports federations across the UAE, reinforcing integrity,

equal opportunity and procedural fairness in line with internationally

recognized Olympic standards.

The presentation highlighted that the approved regulatory framework aligns

with best international practices, the Olympic Charter, international sports

federation regulations, the NOC’s statutes and national laws. This alignment

supports institutional autonomy while ensuring effective governance of the

sports electoral system.

The Council also discussed the UAE’s participation in the Winter Olympic

Games, taking place in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo from February 6 to 22.

Members described the participation as historic, marking the UAE’s first

appearance at the Winter Olympics and reflecting the steady progress of the

national sports ecosystem. The UAE is represented by athletes Alexander

Astridge and Piera Hudson, who are competing in alpine skiing events.

HE Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi reaffirmed the Ministry of Sports and the NOC’s

commitment to supporting athletes and sports federations, enabling them to

represent the UAE on international platforms. Dr. Al Falasi expressed his best

wishes to the participating athletes, noting that their involvement reflects the

country’s growing sporting ambitions and achievements.

Dr. Al Falasi also underscored the Council’s role as a key platform for

coordination and exchange of expertise among member entities, stressing that

enhanced collaboration aims to shift the sports sector from fragmented efforts

to a fully integrated national ecosystem. Al Falasi further highlighted the

Council’s focus on aligning sporting agendas across emirates, supporting the

objectives of the 2026 ‘Year of Family’, and promoting community initiatives

that encourage sports participation across all segments of society.

HE Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports, noted

that discussions on electoral regulations demonstrate a strong commitment to

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