Comprehensive Evaluation of Sports Federations
On Saturday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi called for a complete evaluation of sports federations that participated in the Paris 2024 Olympics. He instructed a detailed review to improve the sports system, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Removing Obstacles for Athletes
President Sisi emphasized removing challenges faced by athletes and various sports teams. His goal is to help athletes perform at their best, representing Egypt honorably on the global stage.
Immediate Financial Review
Based on a report from the Minister of Youth and Sports, President Sisi ordered a legal review of how funds were spent by sports federations. He asked for an assessment of funds provided to different federations based on their performance in Paris.
Support for High-Performing Federations
President Sisi proposed continued support for federations that exceeded expectations in Paris. This support aims to help them build on their recent successes and improve their future results.
Measures for Underperforming Federations
The president called for actions against federations whose members negatively impacted the reputation of Egyptian sports. He also recommended limiting participation in sports where Egypt does not have a competitive advantage, focusing on nurturing promising athletes.
Reducing Delegation Size
President Sisi directed a reduction in the number of technical and administrative staff sent with future Olympic delegations. He emphasized stronger coordination between ministries to ensure that top athletes are prepared for upcoming competitions.
Reviewing Future Olympic Plans
He asked for a review of the participation plan for the next Olympic Games. The revised plan will be presented to the Cabinet for approval. President Sisi also instructed the government to prioritize amendments to the sports law, with plans to submit them to the House of Representatives soon.
