Baku: A two-day seminar focused on the development of winter sports in Azerbaijan commenced on September 10. This event is part of a cooperative initiative between the Azerbaijan Winter Sports Federation (AWSF) and the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the seminar was opened by Fuad Naghiyev, President of the Azerbaijan Winter Sports Federation, and FIS Secretary General Urs Lehmann. During his address, Naghiyev outlined efforts to advance winter sports, support athletes and specialists, and improve Azerbaijan’s international reputation in this area. He also mentioned the ongoing collaboration between FIS and the State Tourism Agency.
Lehmann recognized Azerbaijan as a growing destination for international winter sports, highlighting the seminar’s importance in evaluating current progress and setting future development priorities. The discussions covered the present state and future prospects of winter sports in the country, with a focus on strategic priorities, cooperation among stakeholders, athlete and coach training, and the needs of sports clubs and infrastructure.
The seminar’s outcomes are anticipated to clarify development priorities and enhance collaboration among the involved institutions.