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India Host Global Anti-Doping COP9 & Fund Committee Meetings

India is set to host the 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 Bureau and Fund Approval Committee of the UNESCO Anti-Doping Convention in New Delhi on September 17-18, 2024.

Overview of the Meetings

India hosting two crucial meetings on September 17-18, 2024, in New Delhi
2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 Bureau
3rd Formal Meeting of the Fund Approval Committee
Part of UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport
Organized by India as Vice-Chairperson of the COP9 Bureau
Hosted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
Hybrid format: In-person and online participation
Key objective: Deliberate on anti-doping measures and fair sports practices

International Participation and Key Attendees

Delegates from various countries including Azerbaijan, France, Italy, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Barbados, Singapore, Netherlands, Türkiye, UAE, and Zambia
Senior officials from UNESCO attending

Notable in-person attendees:

- Farid Gayibov, Minister of Youth & Sport (Azerbaijan)
- Safa Koçoglu, Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports (Türkiye)
- Abdulaziz Almasaed, Deputy Minister for Sport and Youth Affairs (Saudi Arabia)
Dr. Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports (India), highlighted India's commitment to clean sport
Emphasized India's philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family)

Significance and Outcomes

Platform for global collaboration in combating doping in sports
Strengthening international efforts for a clean and fair sports environment
Discussions on key issues related to anti-doping and integrity in sports
India's growing influence in global sports governance
Signing of MoU between National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi)
- Focuses on cooperation in anti-doping law, policy, and education
- Development of joint certificate courses and academic research
- Organization of seminars, workshops, and conferences
Reinforces India's position as a key player in the fight against doping

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