The Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee (CTOC) yesterday elected its vice president Tsai Chia-fu as its new president in an uncontested vote.
Tsai would replace Lin Hong-dow, who is stepping down after leading the CTOC for 12 years.
The committee also chose six new vice presidents, including Chen Mei-yen, who would be the first woman to serve in the role, and 18 executive board members, according to a CTOC statement.
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Tsai would officially take office on Jan. 1.
Speaking to reporters after being elected, Tsai said that besides Chen, nearly half of the newly elected executive board members are women and that it was a significant step toward greater gender diversity within the committee.
Chen, who is currently a distinguished professor at National Taiwan Normal University’s Graduate Institute of Sport, Leisure and Hospitality Management, thanked everyone for their support, and said she would contribute her expertise by focusing on international matters and sports organizations.
Tsai said he would represent the CTOC at the Olympic Council of Asia next month and participate in its elections for president and executive committee members.
The CTOC is also making all necessary preparations for Taiwanese athletes competing in next year’s Olympic Winter Games in Italy in February, including arrangements for transportation and accommodation, Tsai said.
The Asian Games in Nagoya next year is another important event, Tsai said, noting that the CTOC would focus on ensuring the best possible logistical arrangements for athletes.
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