India to Host Key UNESCO Anti-Doping Meetings in New Delhi in 2024
| Event | 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 Bureau and 3rd Formal Meeting of the Fund Approval Committee under the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport |
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| Date | September 17-18, 2024 |
| Location | New Delhi, India |
| Purpose of Convention | To promote the prevention of and the fight against doping in sport, with a view to its elimination |
| India's Role | Vice-Chairperson of the COP9 Bureau; organizing the meetings |
| Key Objectives | Deliberate on anti-doping measures, promote fair sports practices, and foster global collaboration |
| Participant Countries | France, Italy, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Barbados, Singapore, Netherlands, Turkiye, UAE, Zambia |
| Remarks by Dr. Mandaviya | Emphasized India's commitment to clean sport, philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, and the importance of international cooperation |
| MoU Signed | Between National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) for cooperation in anti-doping law, policy, and education |
| India's Influence | Growing role in global sports governance, promoting ethical sports practices, and supporting international anti-doping frameworks |