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this International Olympic Committee (International Olympic Committee) has not yet established formal communication with the International Olympic Committee White House and president donald trump About preparatory work Los Angeles 2028 Summer OlympicsIOC President Kirsty Coventry said.
Her comments came amid heightened international tensions on Wednesday.
President Trump’s first year in office has been marked by significant geopolitical changes, including his controversial proposal to acquire Greenland as an Arctic outpost and threats to launch a trade war with European countries.
His administration also took action against Venezuela and discussed similar measures against Cuba, Colombia and Iran.
When asked about the lack of dialogue with the White House amid these global developments, particularly regarding events expected to take place More than 10,000 athletes Ms Coventry, who hails from more than 200 countries, stressed that commenting on geopolitics was not within the IOC’s remit.
“We remain aware of all the conversations and geopolitical and political conversations that are taking place,” she told a news conference.
“I would like to make it clear that it is not within our remit to comment on such matters. Our aim is to have all National Olympic Committees represented at the Games.”
She added: “We have not yet had formal communication with the White House as it concerns the United States. We have seen an official announcement from President Trump’s team (Milan-Cortina Winter 2026) Olympic Games next month. ) We look forward to meeting the Vice President. “
Vice President J.D. Vance will lead the U.S. presidential delegation at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Games on February 6 and will be accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance.
In contrast, the President of FIFA Gianni Infantino Meets with President Trump regularly at the White House and even awarded him the Peace Prize in December ahead of the United States co-hosting the World Cup later this year.
Ms Coventry noted the difference, saying: “I would be concerned if we didn’t see a good relationship six months before the World Cup. As we get closer to the Olympics you’ll see that continue… and it will only get stronger.”