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Based on the outcomes of this experience, a comprehensive analysis will be conducted to help shape

future policies for the development of board formation mechanisms across other federations. The
approach may be gradually generalised depending on the extent to which the intended objectives are
achieved, in alignment with the principles of professionalism, sustainability, and inclusivity within the

sports sector.

The Ministry considers the inclusion of resident members in the boards of sports federations as a practical

embodiment of the values of openness, tolerance, and diversity. This inclusion enhances the contribution
of the residents to sports development by harnessing their expertise and talents, further reinforcing the
role of sports as a national tool for development, social integration, and empowerment.

This experience also highlights the need to integrate elite talents into sports leadership, particularly in
specialised areas such as sports marketing, strategic planning, technical analysis, and the adoption of
modern technologies. The Ministry believes that involving members with advanced expertise serves as an

institutional enabler for achieving performance excellence. This step aligns with the Ministry’s vision to
develop the administrative structure of sports federations and instate qualified professionals capable of
transforming these entities into pioneering institutions characterised by responsible decision-making,

agility, and innovation.

This initiative highlights the Ministry’s efforts to instil a robust governance culture as the guiding
framework for all institutional processes within the sports sector. Moreover, the adoption of the electoral

list system is considered a significant organisational advancement, reinforcing the commitment of sports
bodies to the principles of integrity, transparency, specialisation, and administrative integration.

The Ministry views governance not merely as a regulatory tool, but as a comprehensive approach that
supports the development of stronger partnerships with all sports institutions. It helps foster a
collaborative working environment and contributes to empowering these entities by enhancing their ability
to identify talent, increase the number of active sports participants, and improve overall sports

performance efficiency.

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