JOC = Japanese Olympic Committee Chairman Yasuhiro Yamashita greeted the staff at the beginning of work on the 5th, and in light of the series of incidents surrounding the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, "The JOC will also work to prevent recurrence. We need to do what we can right now," he said.
On the 5th, the beginning of JOC work, Chairman Yamashita gave a New Year's greeting to about 50 people, including staff, at the "Japan Olympic Museum" in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Based on the series of corruption and bid-rigging incidents surrounding the Tokyo Games last year, Chairman Yamashita said, "Unfortunately, there were incidents at the Tokyo Games that could damage the value of sports and the Olympic Games. We need to do what we can to prevent a recurrence," he said.
In addition, regarding the bid activities of the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics that Sapporo City is promoting, he said, "I believe that this is the best opportunity to convey the appeal of sports and to have people understand the Olympics. In order to promote the bidding activities, it is necessary first of all to dispel the public's anxiety and distrust."
In addition, for the Asian Games to be held in China this September and the Paris Olympics next year, he said, "In any situation, we will stop our steps, such as strengthening athletes and nurturing athletes who convey the value of sports. I would like to firmly support athletes as well as deal with various issues," he renewed his determination.