Letter from Mr. Margaritis Schinas Vice President of European Commission to Thomas Bach, President of International Olympic Committee (IOC) on the occasion of 4th Winter Youth Olympic  in Korea

• Miscellaneous
• 05th February 2024
• YC

Yunus Centre Press Release - 05 February 2024

[Brussels, 01 February, 2024] - Mr. Margaritis Schinas, Vice President of the European Commission, has penned a letter to International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach following the successful conclusion of the 4th Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, Republic of Korea.

In his letter, Mr. Schinas underscores the importance of the Youth Olympic Games as a platform for fostering a better world through values such as mutual respect, solidarity, and fair play. Highlighting the significance of sports in promoting peace, Mr. Schinas references Nobel Peace Prize Awardee Professor Muhammad Yunus, who received the Olympic Laurel in 2021.

"Sport is natural to all human beings," Professor Yunus emphasized, "it brings all human strengths and emotions into play, irrespective of differences." Mr. Schinas echoes the call to channel this power for achieving social goals and peace, emphasizing its continued relevance in these challenging times.

Professor Yunus, known for his unwavering efforts in empowering disadvantaged sections of society, serves as a beacon of inspiration. His latest initiative, the 'Yunus Sports Hub,' aligns with Olympic ideals by harnessing solutions for human development through sports.

The letter, shared on Mr. Margaritis Schinas' X Account on February 1, 2024, concludes with a nod to the clear message conveyed by the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games - a call for solidarity, outreach, kindness, and upliftment. The spotlight now turns to Paris, as the Olympic journey continues.

Link of the post on Twitter (X):

https://twitter.com/MargSchinas/status/1752949731179770272