Tashkent, Uzbekistan, October 11, 2026: A delegation from the Olympic Council of Asia, led by Mr. Wissam Trkmani, Director of OCA Family Relations and Development Programs, conducted an official inspection visit to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on October 8-9 as part of the preparations for the 4th Asian Youth Games Tashkent 2029.
The two-day visit aimed to assess the readiness of sports venues, accommodation, infrastructure and key operational arrangements while strengthening coordination between the OCA and the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan to ensure the successful planning and delivery of the AYG.
The inspection programme commenced with an introductory presentation at the Uzbekistan NOC headquarters in the presence of Mr. Oybek Kasimov, NOC Secretary General, and representatives of the local organising team.
During the meeting, the OCA delegation reviewed the proposed sports programme and discussed the necessary adjustments and technical requirements. Particular attention was given to the planning and allocation of essential Games facilities, including the Main Media Centre, International Broadcasting Centre, Athletes’ Village and other key operational areas.
As part of the inspection, the OCA delegation visited the New Uzbekistan hotel complex, comprising 12 hotels with a combined accommodation capacity exceeding 1,200 guests. The delegation assessed the accommodation facilities and their suitability to meet the requirements of the Games and participating delegations.
The delegation also conducted a comprehensive tour of the Olympic City sports complex, inspecting competition venues, supporting facilities and infrastructure to evaluate their readiness and compliance with the organisational and technical requirements of a major international multi-sport event.
Furthermore, the OCA representatives attended the opening ceremony of the second leg of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2026 (25m), held at the Aquatics Palace within Olympic City. The competition, featuring 230 athletes from 40 countries, provided an opportunity for the delegation to observe the venue’s operational capabilities and its readiness to host international sporting competitions.
At the conclusion of the visit, the OCA delegation held further discussions with their Uzbek counterparts regarding the next stages of preparation, highlighting the importance of continued coordination, timely implementation of operational requirements and close cooperation among all stakeholders.
Both parties reaffirmed their shared commitment to ensuring the successful organisation of the 4th AYG Tashkent 2029, with the OCA continuing to provide guidance and support throughout the preparation process.