Russian Sports Minister and President of the Russian Olympic Committee Mikhail Degtyarev met with the head of the Indonesian Olympic Committee Raja Sapta Oktohari . Following the talks, a memorandum of cooperation for 2025-2029 was signed, the press service of the Russian Sports Ministry reported.
The parties agreed to exchange coaches and specialists, organize joint competitions and training camps, support the development of mass and youth sports, as well as educational initiatives and grants.
Degtyarev emphasized the practical significance of the agreement.
“The meeting will give new impetus to the interaction between our departments and will contribute to strengthening the Olympic values, which are common to both sides – the desire for peace, friendship, respect and mutual understanding through sport ,” he said.
According to the head of the ministry, more than 190 Russian athletes have already gone to Indonesia in 2025 – dozens of times more than last year. Degtyarev added that special attention is being paid to developing cooperation in sports such as badminton, sambo, surfing, artistic gymnastics and sports for people with disabilities. The minister also assured that the requests of the Indonesian side, including assistance with equipment and inviting Russian coaches, will be considered and fulfilled.
The President of the Indonesian Olympic Committee, in turn, noted the importance of cooperation for the development of new sports in his country, including winter disciplines. He expressed gratitude to the Russian side for the prompt preparation of the memorandum and emphasized the interest in expanding educational exchanges and joint programs.
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