Georgia\u2019s National Sports Organization Meets with IWGA Deputy CEO \u2014 The 2029 World Games High on the Agenda<\/p>\n
The National Sports Organization of Georgia (NSO) and the International World Games Association (IWGA) held an official working meeting to discuss the practical implementation of their recently signed historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), as well as Georgia\u2019s preparations for The World Games 2029.<\/p>\n
2025 | IWGA Headquarters, Lausanne, Switzerland<\/p>\n
Status: Official<\/p>\n
Meeting Participants<\/p>\n
Representing Georgia<\/p>\n
Representatives of the National Sports Organization of Georgia (NSO).<\/p>\n
Representing IWGA<\/p>\n
Guillaume Felli \u2014 Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO), International World Games Association (IWGA)<\/p>\n
Guillaume Felli joined the IWGA in 2022 as Head of Projects and was appointed Deputy Chief Executive Officer in 2023. He brings extensive experience in the management of international sporting events, having served for five years as the head of the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) and overseen operations for five Olympic Games and two FIFA World Cups.<\/p>\n
Meeting Agenda<\/p>\n
The meeting focused on two key priorities: the practical implementation of the historic Memorandum of Understanding recently signed between the two organizations, and Georgia\u2019s active participation in the preparations for The World Games 2029 in Karlsruhe.<\/p>\n
Key Topics Discussed<\/p>\n
Implementation of the provisions outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding.<\/p>\n
Preparation of Georgia\u2019s national sports delegation for The World Games 2029.<\/p>\n
Integration of Georgia\u2019s national sports federations into the IWGA network and governance structure.<\/p>\n
Strengthening partnerships among national federations and developing a comprehensive media and communications strategy.<\/p>\n
Establishing the framework for IWGA\u2019s technical and administrative support.<\/p>\n
The World Games 2029 \u2014 Karlsruhe, Germany<\/p>\n
From 19\u201329 July 2029, Karlsruhe, Germany, will host The World Games for the second time, marking the 13th edition of the prestigious international multi-sport event. Karlsruhe was officially confirmed as the Host City on 1 May 2024, during the IWGA Annual General Meeting held in Esslingen, Germany.<\/p>\n
The Games are expected to welcome approximately 4,000 athletes from more than 110 countries, competing across around 35 sports.<\/p>\n
Message from President Zaal Rukhadze<\/p>\n
The meeting concluded with closing remarks by Zaal Rukhadze, President of the National Sports Organization of Georgia, who outlined the Association\u2019s vision for the future of Georgian sport:<\/p>\n
“Our message is clear: it is time for the world to hear the voice of Georgian sport once again\u2014the voice of victory, perseverance, and national spirit. Georgian sport is returning to where it truly belongs: the global stage.”<\/p>\n
\u2014 Zaal Rukhadze, President<\/p>\n
The meeting was described as highly productive and constructive. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to transforming their strategic partnership into tangible actions, ensuring that Georgian sport will be represented on the international stage with strength, ambition, and excellence at The World Games 2029 in Karlsruhe.<\/p>\n
National Sports Organization of Georgia (NSO)<\/p>\n
Official Statement \u00b7 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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