Staff Reporter
Nagoya: President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Croatian Olympic Committee to strengthen cooperation and promote the exchange of expertise across various areas of sport.
The agreement was signed by Sheikh Joaan and the President of the Croatian Olympic Committee, Dr Josip Varvodic, setting out a framework for closer collaboration between the two Olympic bodies.
Under the MoU, the OCA and Croatian Olympic Committee will exchange expertise and knowledge while exploring opportunities for joint training and development programmes.
The agreement also provides for cooperation in capacity-building related to the design, preparation and maintenance of sports facilities.
A key element of the partnership is support for the establishment of a high-performance training centre in Croatia, aimed at contributing to the development of elite athletes and strengthening the country's sports infrastructure.
The MoU reflects the OCA's efforts to expand sports cooperation with National Olympic Committees around the world and facilitate the exchange of knowledge, experience and best practices.
The partnership is expected to provide opportunities for both sides to collaborate on athlete development, training programmes and sports facility management, while supporting broader efforts to enhance sporting capabilities.
The agreement further highlights the importance of international cooperation in developing sustainable sports systems and creating platforms through which sporting organisations can share expertise and experience.
Through such partnerships, the OCA continues to strengthen its engagement with Olympic bodies beyond Asia, promoting cooperation in areas that contribute to athlete development, sports administration and infrastructure.
The agreement with the Croatian Olympic Committee marks another step towards strengthening international sporting ties and fostering cooperation in the development of high-performance sport.