Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani (left) signing the host contract (Photo OCA)
Kazakhstan will host the 2029 Asian Winter Games replacing Saudi Arabia that withdrew from hosting the Games ‘s withdrawal.
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) signed the Host City Contract for the 10th Asian Winter Games, scheduled to be staged in Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan during a ceremony in Milan, Italy.
OCA President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani emphasized that the signing of the Host City Contract underscores the Olympic Council of Asia’s commitment to advancing winter sports across Asia.
“We have no doubt we will build on this legacy and deliver an unforgettable Games in 2029,” he said.
The Games – scheduled to be held at the Trojena resort in the new Saudi Arabian city of Neom but was postponed reportedly because of the delay in constructing the ski resort.
The Almaty 2029 Asian Winter Games will mark the tenth edition of the event and are expected to witness broad participation from across the continent, reflecting the growing Asian presence in winter sports and the continued development of their organizational and technical structures.
