You are here: HOME > About > Publication > Macao Sport
2010 / NO.2
2010 / NO.2
2010 SportAccord International Convention

This past April, the Macao Sport Development Board attended the SportAccord International Convention in Dubai. This convention is one of the most important sports events in the world.

The Macao Sport Development Board used an exhibition booth and participated in the conference to introduce the current status of Macao’s sports development to the world. Content included: sports venues and facilities, different sports activities annually held in Macao and Macao’s continued dedication to sports development. The Macao Sport Development Board promoted a positive image of Macao and strengthened Macao’s status in the international sports circle. More than 1,500 people attended the convention. Representatives from international sports associations visited Macao’s booth; displaying interest and support for the Macao Sport Development Board and Macao’s sports activities.

During the convention, many different discussion forums were held, including the sports city facilities (City Forum), sports value, sports development in Middle Eastern countries and a briefing on the future Olympic games in London in 2012. These meetings were designed to enhance participating countries’ understanding of the importance of sports development, thus promoting the development of sport.