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The IWF President Mohammed Jalood and IWF General Secretary Jose Qui\u00f1ones concluded a highly productive visit to Lausanne this week, where they participated in a series of important meetings with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and attended the IOC Session held on Wednesday and Thursday in the Olympic capital.<\/p>\n
The IOC Session marked a significant moment for the Olympic Movement, with a number of important decisions taken for its future and, above all, for the benefit and interests of athletes around the world.<\/p>\n
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IWF President Mohammed Jalood at the IOC Session<\/em><\/p>\nDuring their stay in Lausanne, the IWF leadership held valuable working meetings at the Olympic House with representatives of several IOC departments, including the Sports Department and the Olympic Solidarity Programme. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between the two organisations and identifying new opportunities to work together in support of athletes and the continued development of weightlifting within the Olympic Movement.<\/p>\n
Mr. Jalood and Mr. Qui\u00f1ones also attended the special Olympic Day celebration held on Tuesday evening at the Olympic Museum. The event brought together representatives of numerous International Federations and members of the Olympic family who had gathered in Lausanne for the IOC Session, providing an opportunity to celebrate the values of Olympism and reinforce the spirit of unity across the global sporting community.<\/p>\n
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IWF President Mohammed Jalood and IWF General Secretary Jos\u00e9 Qui\u00f1ones with Sheila Stephens Desbans, from the Olympic Solidarity Division, at the Olympic House<\/em><\/p>\nReflecting on the week\u2019s activities, IWF President Mohammed Jalood expressed his satisfaction with the outcomes of both the IOC Session and the meetings held throughout the visit:<\/p>\n
\u201cThis has been an extremely positive and productive week for the Olympic Movement. The IOC Session delivered important decisions that will help shape the future of our Movement while always keeping the interests of athletes at the centre. Under the efficient and strong leadership of IOC President Mrs. Kirsty Coventry, the Olympic Movement leaves Lausanne stronger, more united and well prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nMr. Jalood also highlighted the importance of the IWF\u2019s discussions with the IOC:<\/p>\n
\u201cOur meetings at the Olympic House with several IOC departments were very fruitful and highly constructive. They have further strengthened the excellent relationship between the IOC and the International Weightlifting Federation and have opened very positive perspectives for even closer cooperation in the future. We are fully committed to working together in pursuit of our common objectives for the benefit of our athletes and the continued success of the Olympic Movement.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nThe visit reaffirmed the IWF\u2019s commitment to maintaining close cooperation with the IOC and contributing actively to the continued development of the Olympic Movement through good governance, athlete-focused initiatives and the promotion of weightlifting worldwide.<\/p>\n
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