SportAccord 2020 Message from President Raffaele Chiulli
January 31, 2020
SportAccord President Raffaele Chiulli has released a statement surrounding SportAccord Beijing 2020, which has been set to go ahead in April but has now come under threat due to the coronavirus outbreak.
The Statement reads:
I am writing in regard to SportAccord 2020, to provide an update on the status of our upcoming event in Beijing, China given the current Coronavirus outbreak.
Our thoughts are with the people of China and families affected by the outbreak. SportAccord is monitoring the situation and we are following the recommendations provided by the Chinese Authorities, the World Health Organisation, and other leading health authorities around the world. We are also fully aware of the recommendations on travel and restrictions imposed by airline companies and governments.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share any developments regarding SportAccord 2020. Please rest assured SportAccord will continue to do what is in the best interests and safety of all our delegates.
Sincerest regards,
Raffaele Chiulli
President
SportAccord and GAISF
