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Admiral Somprasong Nilsamai, President of the Sailing Sports Association of Thailand. Chaired the press conference for the Asian Sailing Championships & Asian Continental Olympic Qualifier for Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Thappraya conference room. Pattaya City Hall, Chonburi Province, with Admiral Adung Phan-iam, Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, Mr. Thawatchai Srithong, Governor of Chonburi Province, Mr. Pramet Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City, and Mr. Sonthaya Khunpluem, Mayor. Sports Association of Chonburi Province participated.

The President of the Sailing Sports Association said that in organizing the Asian Sailing Championships & Asian Continental Olympic Qualifier for Paris 2024 Olympic Games (ACOQ), this time the association was honored by The Asian Sailing Federation (ASAF) and the World Sailing Organization (World Sailing: WS) are hosting the competition. This is considered another step in the development of sailing sports in Thailand because it is the first time in Thailand. Has hosted a sailing competition. Asian Championships and hope to win a quota to participate in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France next year, with good cooperation from government agencies and the private sector. especially from the navy Government agencies in Chonburi Province Pattaya City and network partners and the Sports Association of Chonburi Province The competition is scheduled to be held between 10-20 Dec. 2023 at the Rajawarun Club Association under Royal Patronage, Chonburi Province, where currently 18 countries have reported their intention to participate in the competition.

For the competition, divided into 3 fields according to boat groups as follows: Field A, ILCA6 boats (Ilca Six), ILCA 7 boats (Ilca Seven), Field B, boats 470 (Fo Seventy), and Field C. The 49er (Forty-Niner), 49er Fx (Forty-Niner FX) and Nacra17 (Nakra Seventeen) boats use international classification standards, including field judges, boat equipment inspection committee, judges. international level (International Technical Official : ITO), process the competition with an automatic program (Sail Wave) and use a modern competition tracking and display system (Sail Fish), making it possible to watch and follow the competition via live broadcast media. various online

“Organizing this competition It is considered a good result for Thai athletes. Because more athletes can be sent This increases the chance of being selected to compete in the Olympic Games. with both being a competition in Thailand Therefore, they are familiar with the conditions of the competition field. It is also a response to the government’s policy of using sports to stimulate the economy. and can promote tourism and the image of Thailand to the international community Through athletes from different countries participating in the competition and various online media,” said the Prime Minister of Thai Bai Sai Sports.

Admiral Adung Phan-iam, Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, said that the Navy is one agency that supports the Sailing Sports Association of Thailand. continuously coming Since the establishment of the association in 1964, therefore, in organizing this ACOQ sailing competition, we have assigned personnel from various units who have experience in sailing as regular officials. The work section that the organizing committee has established along with organizing naval forces to support the competition Including organizing a water safety kit. and a medical kit to assist athletes participating in competitions in case of emergencies. Complete with medical return kit To make this competition It went smoothly. Promote a good image and readiness as a host The Navy is very pleased to be involved. in providing support for organizing this competition This is considered an important event for sailing sports in Asia and the world, which will bring fame and prestige to the country.

Mr. Thawatchai Srithong, Governor of Chonburi Province, said that Chonburi Province is very pleased. in being the host on behalf of Thailand who have been involved with the National Sailing Sports Association and various agencies organized the ACOQ sailing competition, assigned to government agencies within Chonburi, including the Sports Authority of Thailand, Chonburi Province, Tourism and Sports, Chonburi Province, Provincial Transport of Chonburi Province, Provincial Police Division, Chonburi Province, and Public Health, Chonburi Province. Support various aspects of preparing and running the competition, such as public relations. Presentation of tourist attractions and tourism promotion activities mass transportation Providing information and building confidence in public health to everyone who joins in this competition. which is part of the mission of Chonburi Province in adding economic value Raise the level to be a tourist province with international quality. Supporting the Sailing Sports Association Therefore, it is an important part in the management of the public and private sectors in an integrated manner. To make this competition to be successful Continue to bring fame and honor to the country.

Mr. Pramet Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City, said that Pattaya City is one agency that has continuously supported sports in many types of sports because sports tourism will cause growth in both tourism and business. sport Resulting in driving the economy As the city develops in various areas, Pattaya will become a sustainable city to live in. Therefore, co-hosting the ACOQ sailing competition has allowed internal agencies to coordinate with external agencies as well as network partners of Pattaya City. To participate in organizing and supporting this competition, including the use of space and resources, transportation, tourism and hotels, municipal administration, sanitation, water traffic. Creating an understanding of the tourist boat business Maintain safety and facilitate traffic. In order to compete at times It is a driving force for sports tourism. Promote the economy Good image of Thailand by Pattaya City They are very prepared and pleased. who have participated in providing support for organizing this competition.