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Asian Games organisers must learn from operational challenges, says Japan Olympic chief
The Japanese Olympic Committee president has called for a comprehensive review of how organisers handled the logistical demands of hosting the multi-sport event. Seiko Hashimoto suggested that better preparation could have mitigated some of the difficulties encountered.
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Japanese Olympic Committee President Seiko Hashimoto has urged Asian Games organisers to conduct a thorough assessment of their operational readiness, citing the substantial challenges posed by managing such a large contingent of athletes.
Hashimoto made the remarks on Saturday in Nagoya, suggesting that event planners should evaluate whether enhanced preparation and resource allocation could have addressed some of the complications that emerged during the Games.
The comments come as various Southeast Asian host nations and regional sporting bodies continue to grapple with the complexities of organising continental multi-sport events. Hosting the Asian Games requires coordinating accommodation, transportation, and venue management for thousands of competitors across numerous disciplines.
Hashimoto's intervention reflects growing regional discussion about improving operational frameworks for future continental sporting events. Her assessment implies that while challenges are inevitable given the scale of the Games, organisers may benefit from reviewing their planning processes and contingency measures.
The remarks underscore the importance of institutional learning as the region continues to develop its capacity to host major international sporting competitions.