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IWF Congress concludes in Baku

The IWF Congress on the Modification of the Constitution and the Technical and Competition Rules concluded today by with a unanimous approval of the Technical and Competition Rules by all 88 countries present. Along with the approval of the core documents of the International Federation the delegations received information on the London Olympic Games and were updated on the applicable provisions of the IWF Anti-Doping Policy. The Weightlifting Family is heading toward the next year with reinforced unity and a common will to work for the development of the

New Constitution and By-Laws unanimously approved by the IWF Congress

The International Weightlifting Federation is having its Congress for the Modification of the Constitution in Azerbaijan’s Capital. The hosts were congratulated and thanked for their great hospitality. Mr. Azad Rahimov, Minister of Youth and Sports; Mr. Ismail Ismaylov, Deputy Minister and Azerbaijan Weightlifting Federation Vice-President received the IWF Award of Merit and Mr. Isgandar Askerov, Azerbaijan Weightlifting Federation Executive Director was given the IWF Gold National Award. In the first day of this milestone-setting Congress in Baku, the IWF members deliberated and - at the end of a long day - unanimously approved the new Constitution and By-Laws of the Federation. Although the guiding principles and main objectives remain the same, a revamped, modern and fully Swiss law compliant Constitution provides for good governance, transparency and efficient management. Delegated from 88 Member Federations participated in a lively discussion of the document presented by Maitre Francois Carrard, one of the most recognized Legal Counsel in sport. The new Constitution will come into effect on 1 January 2013. The Congress continues tomorrow with the sport's Technical and Competition

The IWF Congress starts in two days

The IWF Congress for the Modification of the Constitution, Technical and Competition Rules will be held on 12-13 December 2012, in Baku, Azerbaijan. The International Weightlifting Federation and Mr. Jahangir Askerov, President of the Azerbaijan Weightlifting Federation are ready to welcome all delegations. About 200 representatives from round 100 member countries are expected to participate in the IWF Congress to be held in Azerbaijan's capital. The 5 star JW Marriott Hotel Absheron Baku will provide a worthy background and location to this very important

Visit of German Federation President Claus Umbach at the IWF President

On 5th December 2012, IWF President Dr. Tamás Aján received Mr. Claus Umbach, President of the German Weightlifting Federation (BVDG) for a discussion in Budapest. Mr. Umbach’s goal in asking for this meeting was to clear misunderstandings and seek to reestablish the good relations between the German Federation and the IWF. Regarding the BVDG’s open letter dated 4th October 2012 addressed to the IWF President and sent to all the National Federations, the signatory, Mr. Umbach said he was sorry and personally apologized for the statements made in the letter. Dr. Aján emphasized that he and the IWF had always considered the German Federation as an important feature in an international context. The BVDG President confirmed his support to the IWF’s objectives and expressed his appreciation towards its anti-doping activities and initiatives. The prospects of a fruitful co-operation between the IWF and the BVDG were also discussed in the

Kosova Weightlifting Federation Electoral Congress

On October 31, 2012 the Kosova Weightlifting Federation held its Electoral Congress. The Elections were held at the Hotel LORD in Prishtina where 21 delegates from 7 weightlifting clubs of Kosova where present. Ali Sekiraca and Fahri Hoxha were candidates for the position of President. After the candidates presented the development strategy 2012-2016 for the sport of Weightlifting in Kosova, Ali Sekiraca was re elected President with 14 votes against Fahri Hoxha who received 6 votes. 1 vote was invalid. For the position of the General Secretary there were two candidates as well: Astrit Hasani and Donika Nushi. With 19 votes Astrit Hasani was re-elected as a General Secretary against Donika Nushi with 2 votes. According to the KWF constitution the Congress elected Four (4) Executive Board Members: 1. Fahri Hoxha 2. Donika Nushi (Women) 3. Flamur Ajeti 4. Branislav Grbic (from the Minorities living in Kosova: Serbian) According to the KWF constitution the Executive Board in the next meeting will appoint three (3) Board

Polish Weightlifting Federation Elections

The Polish Weightlifting Federation held its XVI Electoral Congress on 1 December at the Torwar Sports Hall in Warsaw – venue to welcome the 2013 IWF World Championships. The Electoral Congress was held with the participation of 78 delegates, Mr. Adam Krzesinski, Polish National Olympic Committee General Secretary, Mr. Wojciech Wasiaka, Polish Sports Ministry Director and Mr. Attila Adamfi, IWF Competition Director. Szymon Kolecki (two times Olympic silver medallist in Sydney 2000 and Beijing 2008, World and European Champion in the 94kg bodyweight category), won 43:33 with two invalid votes against Zygmunt Wasiela previously holding this function. The Polish Weightlifting Federation New Board was also elected: Zdzislaw Zołopa, Ryszard Szewczyk, J. Ostrowski, Wojciech Gesek, Mariusz Jedra, Ginter Plaza, Rafal Grazawski, Arkadiusz Ratajczak, Waldemar Ostapski, Henryk Szynal, Jerzy Jaśniak, Mateusz Blachowicz, Jerzy Nowak and Lech Labudda. Board will be constituted on 6 December. Jacek Korczak-Royal, PWF