Abu Dhabi:The Sports Coordination Council has held a meeting to discuss the enhancement of integration among sports entities in the UAE, the development of governance frameworks, and the unification of sports data to boost strategic planning efficiency and sector performance. These efforts aim to contribute to the objectives of the National Sports Strategy 2031.
According to Wam, the meeting was chaired by Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, and included senior sports officials and representatives from both federal and local government entities. Dr. Al Falasi emphasized the Council's pivotal role in advancing the institutional framework of the sports sector through strengthened collaboration in planning and implementation, which will raise the efficiency and preparedness of the national sports system.
The discussions highlighted the need for developing regulatory frameworks and governance standards, along with enhancing the accuracy and integration of sports data to support decision-making and efficient resource allocation. These efforts are intended to maximize the social and economic benefits of sport, support national initiatives, and encourage broader participation in both community and competitive sports.
The Council also reviewed the UAE's performance at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games in Japan, where the national team achieved its best-ever result with 13 medals. This success ranked the UAE 13th overall and second among Arab nations, showcasing the effectiveness of athlete preparation and development programs.
Further discussions included progress on the sports sector integration project and the establishment of a comprehensive national database of sports facilities to improve governance and infrastructure use. Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports, highlighted the importance of these projects in strategic planning and sports service development.
The meeting also addressed the UAE Olympic Committee's efforts towards forming the Unified Central Elections Committee and the Electoral Appeals Committee, aiming to promote governance and transparency in sports federations. Additionally, the Council reviewed the National Readiness Programme and the integration of roles and coordination in the sports sector, along with mechanisms for UAE representation at international sporting events.
Source Wam