Today (February 10, 2023), Dr. Sakchai Thapsuwan, President of the International Federation of Muay Thai Associations (IFMA), gave the first press conference about Cambodia. The host of the 2023 SEA Games prepares to host “Kun Khmer”, which revealed that the IFMA praises and appreciates “Kun Khmer” and is ready to cooperate. But not sending athletes to compete in the 2023 SEA Games because Thailand does not have a Kun Khmer Sports Association, which the Olympic Committee of Thailand person who is responsible for submitting the competition called to consult and saw the same Because this sport It is not internationally accredited, which must be recognized by 40 countries and must pass World Doping Agency (WADA) standards.
The IFMA therefore informs the international that not certified There may be problems in judgment. And it’s not sure if it’s safe for athletes or not, which Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines will not send to compete, can’t confirm, not boycott in any way but in accordance with all regulations and laws
While the issue of banning countries participating in the “Kun Khmer” competition from competing in other competitions There will be another consultation. Initially, it should be the Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games hosted by Thailand at the end of this year, which the IFMA had previously informed to the 6 member nations. consisting of Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand if sending athletes to participate in the competition will be banned from participating in the competition or activities of IFMA at least in 1-2 years
The six IFMA member nations will not participate in the Kun Khmer Games, and for this reason, the Kun Khmer Games may not be held. because there may not be 4 nations participating in the race as specified by the regulations
