Mr. Thong Tangchin, Treasurer, Attends the 6th Intercontinental Fencing Conference in Uzbekistan
Taskhent, Uzbekistan, 16 September 2026
Upon the official invitation from the International Fencing Federation (FIE) and the International Fencing Academy (IFA), the Fencing Federation of Cambodia has appointed Mr. Thong Tangchin, Treasurer of the federation, to participate in The 6th Intercontinental Fencing Conference, themed "Fencing for the Future."
This important international conference was held on September 16, 2026, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event gathered leaders of all five Continental Fencing Confederations, Presidents of National Federations, representatives of the Olympic Movement, international experts, and strategic partners to engage in discussions regarding global cooperation, transparency, and the development of fencing.
This valuable program focused on strategic discussions across several key areas:
Session 1: Communication & Engagement
Session 2: The Future of Athletes and career opportunities after the conclusion of a sporting career
Session 3: Governance & Compliance, focusing on transparency, integrity, and democracy
Session 4: Equality & Diversity
Session 5: Evolution of Refereeing, from early devices to artificial intelligence (AI)
Session 6: Federation Growth & Development
Session 7: Annual Calendar & Sustainable Development
The participation of the Fencing Federation of Cambodia representative in this international forum serves as a great opportunity to gain knowledge, exchange experiences, and strengthen international cooperation to further elevate and accelerate the growth of fencing in Cambodia.
