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From 2 to 5 December 2025, the Sixth World Conference on Doping in Sport was successfully held in Busan, Republic of Korea. The Conference was organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the Korean Anti-Doping Agency (KADA) and the host city authorities.

The Conference was the largest of its kind to date, bringing together representatives of anti-doping organizations, international sports federations, National Olympic Committees, governmental authorities, athletes, and experts from more than 190 countries worldwide.

Key Outcomes of the Conference

✔️ The World Anti-Doping Code 2027 and the updated International Standards were formally approved. These documents will enter into force on 1 January 2027 and will define the global anti-doping framework for the next six years.

✔️ The Code and International Standards were developed through an extensive and inclusive consultation process, involving anti-doping organizations, athletes, and other key stakeholders from across the global anti-doping community.

✔️ At the closing of the Conference, the “Busan Declaration” was adopted in support of clean sport. The Declaration calls on all members of the anti-doping community to strengthen cooperation, enhance education, improve investigations and sanctions, and intensify collective efforts to protect a fair and safe sporting environment.

Key Objectives of the 2027 World Anti-Doping Code

• strengthening the protection of athletes’ rights, including those of young and vulnerable athletes;
• enhancing the transparency and fairness of the anti-doping system;
• reinforcing international cooperation in the fight against doping in sport;
• fostering a more collaborative and athlete-centered approach between anti-doping organizations and athletes.

Next Steps

Ahead of the entry into force of the World Anti-Doping Code and International Standards 2027 on 1 January 2027, national and international organizations are required to align their rules, regulations, and procedures with the updated anti-doping framework.

RADOCA will continue to inform the regional anti-doping community of key developments in the global anti-doping system and will provide comprehensive support to RADOCA member country National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) in the development, adaptation, and adoption of Anti-Doping Rules in line with the World Anti-Doping Code 2027 and the updated International Standards, including the provision of guidance and methodological assistance during their implementation at the national level.

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) successfully conducted the 6th Continental Athletes’ Forum in Astana, Kazakhstan, on 2–3 September 2025, bringing together athlete representatives from across Asia for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and engagement on issues shaping the future of sport on the continent.

Held under the theme “Empowering Voices, Uniting Asia,” the Forum served as a key platform for athlete engagement and leadership development. According to the OCA, the event gathered more than 120 delegates representing 42 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) from across Asia, as well as representatives of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Forum programme and key highlights

The two-day programme featured panel discussions, working groups, seminars, and open dialogue sessions, providing athletes with opportunities to share perspectives and engage on topics of direct relevance to their sporting careers and life beyond sport. In line with official OCA information, discussions focused on athlete welfare, safe sport, anti-doping, and Olympic Solidarity programmes.

Dedicated sessions on anti-doping and the prevention of competition manipulation were delivered by experts from the OCA and partner organizations, equipping athlete representatives with practical information and tools to support clean and fair sport across the Asian region.

According to the OCA, the Forum was marked by a high level of engagement and constructive interaction, fostering meaningful exchanges on issues central to athletes’ development, representation, and well-being within the Olympic Movement.

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) actively participated in the Forum through its Athlete Engagement team and members of the WADA Athlete Council, contributing to dedicated anti-doping sessions delivered in cooperation with the OCA Athlete Council and OCA Anti-Doping Unit. The sessions focused on athlete-centered anti-doping education, the role of athlete leadership, and available support mechanisms for athletes.

Throughout the Forum, WADA operated an Athlete Engagement booth, providing athletes with an opportunity to interact directly with WADA representatives, access clean sport information, and learn more about athlete engagement initiatives. The booth materials and banners were co-branded with OCA, the Kazakhstan National Anti-Doping Center (KazNADO), and Central Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADOCA), produced locally in Kazakhstan, and will be left as a legacy resource for use by RADOCA member countries at future athlete education and engagement activities across the region.

The RADOCA was represented at the Forum by its Director, Dr Venera Abdulla, who participated in the event in her capacity as a member of the OCA Medical Committee and Anti-Doping Commission. Her participation reflected RADOCA’s continued commitment to athlete-centered approaches, clean sport, and close cooperation with the OCA and key stakeholders across Asia.

RADOCA welcomes the successful organization of the 6th Continental Athletes’ Forum by the OCA and looks forward to continued collaboration with the OCA, WADA, and national partners to further strengthen athlete engagement, anti-doping education, and the promotion of clean sport across the region.

Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic

29-30 May 2026

The Regional Anti-Doping Organization for Central Asia (RADOCA) successfully conducted a series of regional anti-doping activities in Bishkek from 29 to 30 May, focusing on Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) and anti-doping policy. The events formed part of RADOCA’s ongoing mandate to strengthen cooperation, harmonization, and capacity-building among its member countries.

A key element of the program was a Training on TUEs. The training was delivered by Ms Ruta Banytė, Director of the Lithuanian National Anti-Doping Agency, who shared practical expertise and regulatory insights on TUEs and anti-doping compliance.

The opening of the activities was attended by Aibek Abdymomunov, Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of Kyrgyz Republic, who emphasized the importance of strong institutional frameworks in supporting clean sport and effective anti-doping systems.

In parallel, RADOCA convened its annual Board meeting bringing together representatives of National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The meeting provided a platform for open dialogue, exchange of experience, and discussion of shared regional priorities.

The meeting was also attended by Mr Saravana Perumal Shanmugan, who participated as an observer on behalf of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

Discussions focused on strengthening regional cooperation, aligning anti-doping practices, enhancing institutional capacity, and supporting the consistent implementation of harmonized anti-doping programs across the region.

RADOCA will continue to support its member countries through targeted training initiatives, technical assistance, and coordinated regional dialogue, contributing to the protection of clean sport throughout Central Asia.