International Boxing Association (IBA) spoke with a statement on the transition of the national federations of the United States, New Zealand, Australia, Great Britain, England and the Netherlands to World Boxing, which is an alternative to the IBA.
World Boxing’s statement reported that representatives from these countries will participate in the organization’s first congress in November 2023 and will have the opportunity to nominate candidates for positions in the new international federation, including the presidency.
“Unfortunately, incorrect information has been provided to National Federations suggesting that dual affiliation and affiliation to both the IBA and another International Federation is acceptable. The IBA reminds its members that this is not the case.
As a fundamental principle of our organization, national federations cannot be members of another international boxing organization at the same time, in accordance with article 5.5 of the IBA statutes and article 5.2 of the policy membership in the IBA.
IBA membership required national federations to strictly adhere to IBA statutes and regulations. Entities and individuals who fail to comply with these rules may face consequences and disciplinary action, the IBA said in a statement.
Previously, the IOC Executive Board had recommended to the organization’s session to withdraw recognition from the IBA, as the association did not meet the necessary conditions for restoration set out previously. The decision was approved on June 22, 2023 by a majority. IBA chief Umar Kremlev said the organization “is determined to correct this verdict” and return to its former status.
Source : MatchTV
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