On April 27, Congress and Directing committee meeting of the Asia-Oceania Kurash Confederation will be held. The agenda of these meetings included important issues of accepting new members to the Confederation, improving the activities of regional and national federations, and increasing the number and improving quality of competitions.

An important aspect of this year’s competition is that kurash was also included. The methods and techniques of kurash were demonstrated at the presentation attended by more than 1,000 spectators and sports officials.

Discussions in details regarding venue, Transport and Accommodations we’re discussed so far 23 countries have confirmed participation and over 350 participants of Athletes and officials.

He noted the need to establish a separate South Asian Kurash Federation in order to coordinate these processes and achieve the official inclusion of Kurash in the South Asian Games Program in the future. All participants equally supported this initiative.

Currently, the national federations within the KCAO have completed their national championships. Qualified strong kurash players will the mat in Hangzhou.

Summary report of the last 4 years of the Indonesian Kurash Federation, were presented and plans and goals for the next 4 years were discussed.

Starting this year, the International Kurash Association is organizing various projects and events in cooperation with the International Testing Agency – ITA.

Also, on behalf of KCAO and myself, we welcome all guests, participants, referees, coaches, officials and spectators attending the Asian Senior Kurash Championship in Hangzhou. I hope you all enjoy your stay in Hangzhou! I believe that you will enjoy the fun, fair and beautiful atmosphere of Kurash.

According to the agreement between the International Kurash Association and the Organizing Committee of the Hangzhou Asian Games, the Asian Kurash Championship will be held in Hangzhou before the Summer Asian Games.

Another important aspect of this year's calendar plan is that, in addition to the continental championship, KCAO is also planning to hold regional championships. Bangladesh will host the South Asian Championship in March, and Iran will host the Central Asian Championship in May.