AIMS mourns the loss of His Holiness Pope Francis – a true champion of peace and sport
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) joins the global community in profound sadness at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis (1936–2025). We extend our deepest condolences to the Catholic faithful worldwide and honor a leader whose life embodied compassion, unity, and service. Pope Francis was more than a spiritual guide—he was […]
AIMS President joins celebrations at historic WAKO World Cup in Bangkok
The bustling capital of Thailand proudly hosted the inaugural WAKO World Cup, a landmark event in the global expansion of kickboxing. Held at the renowned Thai-Japan Stadium (Bangkok Youth Center), the competition drew 51 teams representing 41 nations, showcasing elite talent across both tatami and ring disciplines. The opening ceremony was presided over by Mr. […]
40 Years of FISav: Honouring a Legacy of Excellence in Savate and Canne de Combat
Today marks a momentous occasion for the Fédération Internationale de Savate (FISav), the global governing body for savate and canne de combat, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary. Founded on 23 March 1985 as the Fédération Internationale de Boxe Française Savate, the federation was established by a group of visionary pioneers united by a shared […]
Two Days to Go! Join WADA in Celebrating Play True Day on 11 April 2025: “Play True: It Starts with You”
Further to the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA’s) release of 25 February, WADA wishes to remind the global anti-doping community that Play True Day 2025 will be celebrated on 11 April 2025 and invites everyone to take part in the digital campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance of clean sport. The 2025 theme, ‘Play True: It […]
IOC Welcomes President-elect Kirsty Coventry at Olympic House
Just two weeks after her landmark victory, President-elect Kirsty Coventry received an exuberant welcome at Olympic House in Lausanne. As she stepped into the building, a thunderous round of applause erupted from IOC staff, and IOC President Thomas Bach warmly presented her with a bouquet of flowers. The occasion was immortalized in a spirited group […]
144th IOC Session hails Paris 2024 as landmark moment for clean sport
The effectiveness of the independent testing programme put in place for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 was widely acknowledged during the 144th International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session during its third day of meetings. Addressing the IOC Members, ITA Chair Dr Valérie Fourneyron highlighted how Paris 2024 had set a new standard, with the most rigorous clean sport programme […]
Boxing Officially Included in LA28 Olympic Games Program
Boxing has officially been included in the sports programme for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games (LA28), a decision approved on Thursday during the second day of the 144th Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This historic move followed a proposal from the IOC Executive Board, supported by the recommendation of the Olympic Programme […]
AIMS congratulates Kirsty Coventry on her historic election as the IOC President
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sports (AIMS) extends its warmest congratulations to Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe on her historic election as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This remarkable achievement, which occurred at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece, makes Coventry the first female President in IOC history […]
“Values first” – IOC President Thomas Bach opens 144th IOC Session at Ancient Olympia paying tribute to Olympic history and expressing confidence for the future
The 144th IOC Session opened in the heart of Ancient Greece, a place that holds profound historical and emotional significance. President Thomas Bach reminded everyone that the values of the Olympic Games, though timeless, are delicate and must be safeguarded. He reflected on how the ancient Olympic Games came to a tragic end when political […]
AIMS Attends WADA’s 2025 Annual Symposium in Lausanne
AIMS attends the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) 2025 Annual Symposium, which opened yesterday in Lausanne, Switzerland. The two-day gathering is bringing together nearly 1,000 stakeholders from across the global anti-doping community under the theme “Going Further Together”, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in the fight for clean sport. The event began with a keynote address […]