The Olympic Council of Asia has officially declared the recent Asian Games a triumph, notwithstanding various logistical challenges encountered during the event. Director General Husain Al-Musallam emphasized that the organizational approach utilized in Aichi-Nagoya serves as a benchmark for future iterations of the competition. According to Al-Musallam, this specific model effectively addresses the modern necessity for athletic events to remain both economically sustainable and financially feasible. By prioritizing these fiscal and operational standards, the council believes the Aichi-Nagoya framework provides a replicable blueprint for host cities looking to balance large-scale sporting ambitions with long-term viability.
Source : The Japan Times
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