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IOC; Headlines IOC EB Meeting December 2022
IOC Executive Board Meeting
5-7 December
Lausanne
Day 1
Dates for Dakar 2026 approved by IOC Executive Board
The dates for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Dakar 2026 have been decided today. The first Olympic event to be held on the African continent will officially start on 31 October 2026, with an Opening Ceremony on the first day of competition, and will last until 13 November.
The dates for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Dakar 2026 have been decided today. The first Olympic event to be held on the African continent will officially start on 31 October 2026, with an Opening Ceremony on the first day of competition, and will last until 13 November.
Read more: Press release
Ticket sales open and mascots unveiled as Paris progresses towards 2024
The opening of the Paris 2024 ticketing programme, the successful launch of the ”Phryges” mascots, and the efforts being made to balance its budget highlighted the continued progress made by the Paris 2024 Organising Committee in recent months.
The opening of the Paris 2024 ticketing programme, the successful launch of the ”Phryges” mascots, and the efforts being made to balance its budget highlighted the continued progress made by the Paris 2024 Organising Committee in recent months.
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IOC statement on Mr Patrick Hickey
The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has received a letter of resignation from IOC Member Mr Patrick Hickey.
The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has received a letter of resignation from IOC Member Mr Patrick Hickey.
Read more: Press release
Video
IOC Press Conference – 05.12.2022
Day 2
IOC sends another letter of concern to IBA
The various concerns of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) around the International Boxing Association (IBA)’s governance, its financial transparency and sustainability, and the integrity of its refereeing and judging processes are still ongoing.
The various concerns of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) around the International Boxing Association (IBA)’s governance, its financial transparency and sustainability, and the integrity of its refereeing and judging processes are still ongoing.
Read more: Press release
IOC EB receives updates on activities of NOCs
During its meeting today, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) received updates on the situations of the National Olympic Committees (NOCs) of Afghanistan, India, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and Guatemala, and took a number of decisions.
During its meeting today, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) received updates on the situations of the National Olympic Committees (NOCs) of Afghanistan, India, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and Guatemala, and took a number of decisions.
Read more: Press release
Paris 2024 boxing qualification system to achieve a fair process for all NOCs
The delivery model for the Paris 2024 Olympic boxing competition and Olympic boxing qualifiers was discussed today by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
The delivery model for the Paris 2024 Olympic boxing competition and Olympic boxing qualifiers was discussed today by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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Future Host Commission studying landscape of winter sport with a view to the Olympic Winter Games 2030 and beyond
The Future Host Commission for the Olympic Winter Games has been asked to further study the landscape of winter sport with a view to the election of the host of the Olympic Winter Games 2030 and beyond.
The Future Host Commission for the Olympic Winter Games has been asked to further study the landscape of winter sport with a view to the election of the host of the Olympic Winter Games 2030 and beyond.
Read more: Press release
Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 final Coordination Commission report published
The final report of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Beijing 2022 Coordination Commission was published today, detailing the achievements and learnings from delivering safe and successful Olympic Winter Games earlier this year.
The final report of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Beijing 2022 Coordination Commission was published today, detailing the achievements and learnings from delivering safe and successful Olympic Winter Games earlier this year.
Read more: Press release
Video
IOC Press Conference – 06.12.2022
Day 3
Ueli Maurer proposed for election to the IOC Ethics Commission
The IOC Executive Board has decided to propose to the IOC Session the election of the former President of the Swiss Confederation, Ulrich “Ueli” Maurer, as a member of the IOC Ethics Commission.
The IOC Executive Board has decided to propose to the IOC Session the election of the former President of the Swiss Confederation, Ulrich “Ueli” Maurer, as a member of the IOC Ethics Commission.
Read more: Press release
State of the Olympic Movement discussed on final day of IOC Executive Board meeting
The IOC Executive Board (EB) today discussed at length the state of the Olympic Movement in connection with the consequences of the war in Ukraine following the Russian invasion. These discussions, and those at the upcoming Olympic Summit on Friday 9 December, are in preparation for extensive stakeholder consultations, which are planned for in early 2023.
The IOC Executive Board (EB) today discussed at length the state of the Olympic Movement in connection with the consequences of the war in Ukraine following the Russian invasion. These discussions, and those at the upcoming Olympic Summit on Friday 9 December, are in preparation for extensive stakeholder consultations, which are planned for in early 2023.
Read more: Press release
IOC; Olympic Brand Guidelines (2022)
IOC; Headlines IOC EB Meeting September 2022
IOC Executive Board Meeting
8-9 September
Lausanne
Day 1
Qualification System Principles for Gangwon 2024 and Milano Cortina 2026 discussed by IOC Executive Board on first day of meeting
The Qualification System Principles (QSP) for the Winter Youth Olympic Games Gangwon 2024 and the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 were on the agenda today on the first of the two-day International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) meeting at Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland, which some EB members joined remotely.
The Qualification System Principles (QSP) for the Winter Youth Olympic Games Gangwon 2024 and the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 were on the agenda today on the first of the two-day International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) meeting at Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland, which some EB members joined remotely.
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IOC suspends NOC of Guatemala with effect as from 15 October; issues a final warning to NOC of India
The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today decided to suspend the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Guatemala with effect as from 15 October, if certain criteria are not met before that date. The EB also issued a final warning to the NOC of India. As a consequence, it decided to postpone the IOC Session due to take place in Mumbai in May 2023 until September or October 2023.
The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today decided to suspend the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Guatemala with effect as from 15 October, if certain criteria are not met before that date. The EB also issued a final warning to the NOC of India. As a consequence, it decided to postpone the IOC Session due to take place in Mumbai in May 2023 until September or October 2023.
Read more: Press release
New boxing qualification system approved for Paris 2024
A new boxing qualification system for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 was approved by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today after a full update on the situation of boxing, including governance issues within the International Boxing Association (IBA).
A new boxing qualification system for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 was approved by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today after a full update on the situation of boxing, including governance issues within the International Boxing Association (IBA).
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Venue changes for Paris 2024 approved by IOC Executive Board
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) has approved the proposal to move the Olympic Games Paris 2024 venues for shooting; the boxing preliminaries and fencing ranking round of modern pentathlon; as well as the Olympic Games Main Press Centre.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) has approved the proposal to move the Olympic Games Paris 2024 venues for shooting; the boxing preliminaries and fencing ranking round of modern pentathlon; as well as the Olympic Games Main Press Centre.
Read more: Press release
Day 2
IOC President pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the IOC Executive Board meeting this morning.
The President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the IOC Executive Board meeting this morning.
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IOC approves Strategic Framework on Human Rights
The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Strategic Framework on Human Rights was approved today by the IOC Executive Board (EB). The Framework will fundamentally shape the working practices of the IOC, the Olympic Games and the Olympic Movement, ensuring that human rights are respected within their respective remits.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Strategic Framework on Human Rights was approved today by the IOC Executive Board (EB). The Framework will fundamentally shape the working practices of the IOC, the Olympic Games and the Olympic Movement, ensuring that human rights are respected within their respective remits.
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Olympic Movement steps up climate action, announces network of Olympic Forests
The Olympic Movement is increasing its commitment to fight climate change and preserve the natural environment by creating the Olympic Forest Network – an initiative driven by National Olympic Committees.
The Olympic Movement is increasing its commitment to fight climate change and preserve the natural environment by creating the Olympic Forest Network – an initiative driven by National Olympic Committees.
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IOC; Headlines IOC EB Meeting June 2022
IOC Executive Board Meeting
24 June
Remote meeting
Milano Cortina 2026 set to become the most gender-balanced Olympic Winter Games in history
The sports and event programme of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 will include a record number of women’s events and be the most gender-balanced Olympic Winter Games edition to date, with 47 per cent female participation. The programme has been approved by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) based on the recommendations of the Olympic Programme Commission (OPC), which assessed the proposals from the International Federations (IFs).
The sports and event programme of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 will include a record number of women’s events and be the most gender-balanced Olympic Winter Games edition to date, with 47 per cent female participation. The programme has been approved by the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) based on the recommendations of the Olympic Programme Commission (OPC), which assessed the proposals from the International Federations (IFs).
Read more: Press release
Paris 2024 prepares for important milestones as Milano Cortina 2026 strengthens athlete and stakeholder engagement
Updates from the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 Organising Committees were presented to the International Olympic Committee Executive Board (IOC EB) today, outlining an important period for both hosts as Games preparations advance.
Updates from the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 Organising Committees were presented to the International Olympic Committee Executive Board (IOC EB) today, outlining an important period for both hosts as Games preparations advance.
Read more: Press release
IOC EB: IBA not in position to run qualifying events and boxing competitions for Paris 2024
In the interest of the athletes and the boxing community, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided that the boxing qualifying events and competitions at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will not be run under the authority of the International Boxing Association (IBA).
In the interest of the athletes and the boxing community, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided that the boxing qualifying events and competitions at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will not be run under the authority of the International Boxing Association (IBA).
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IOC; Report: “Over 125 years of Olympic venues – post-Games use”
New report shows 85 per cent of all permanent Olympic venues still in use
Ninety-two percent of permanent venues used for the Olympic Games in the 21st century, and 85 per cent of all permanent Olympic venues since 1896 remain in use, creating wide-ranging benefits for residents in Olympic host cities and regions. This number was revealed today by a new report from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), released at the IOC Session held remotely from Lausanne.
Read more: Full press release
Documents
Over 125 years of Olympic venues – post-Games use
Over 125 years of Olympic venues – post-Games use – Executive summary
Video
IOC; 139th Session (Final day May 2022) – Summary
Friday 20 May
Press releases
- Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together: the IOC publishes 2021 Annual Report and Financial Statements
- IOC President Thomas Bach: “Our Olympic mission is a humanitarian mission”
- New report shows 85 per cent of all permanent Olympic venues still in use
- IOC takes next steps in establishment of Human Rights Strategic Framework
- IOC Session elects new Ethics Commission member and two Honorary Members
- Final report celebrates Tokyo 2020 achievements whilst identifying measures to evolve Games delivery
- Beijing 2022 success shared with IOC Session as Paris 2024 and Milano Cortina 2026 advance preparations
- IOC Refugee Olympic Team continues to send message of hope to refugees around the world
Documents
- IOC Annual Report 2021 (pdf)
- Speech by IOC President Thomas Bach (pdf)
- Over 125 years of Olympic venues: post-Games use
- Final report Tokyo 2020 Coordination Commission (pdf)
Videos
IOC; Annual Report 2021
The IOC Annual Report 2021 is available to download here.
IOC;139th Session (Final day May 2022) – Schedule of Events
Hybrid: Lausanne + Remote meeting
Friday 20 May
- 12 p.m. – 14:30 p.m.
- Opening – Memorial Ceremony
- Report by the IOC President
- Governance
- Ethics
- IOC Ethics Commission Election
- Finance
- Annual Report 2021 presentation
- Olympic Agenda 2020+5
- XXIV Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022
- Interim report by the Chair of the Coordination Commission
- Games of the XXXIII Olympiad Paris 2024
- Report by the Organising Committee
- Report by the Chair of the Coordination Commission
- XXV Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026
- Report by the Organising Committee
- Report by the Chair of the Coordination Commission
- Members
- Election of Honorary Members
- Miscellaneous
- Speech by the Doyen
More info
- Press release IOC
- Livestream: IOC Media on YouTube
Source: The International Olympic Committee. All times are local and subject to change.