The EXCO discussed the status report from the Asia Rugby delegate who travelled to Sri Lanka for the period 20th to 24th April 2022, the delegate has met with the relevant stakeholders. Asia Rugby confirms that on 29th April, 2022, it has sent an official letter to the Honorable Minister of Youth and Sport Thenuka Vidanagamage revealing its desire to manage, run and conduct a fresh election which shall be called upon by the Sri Lanka National Olympic Committee.
Asia Rugby confirms that it will work with the Sri Lanka National Olympic Committee on all relevant details concerning the fresh election and will award the Ministry of Youth and Sport, the Olympic Council of Asia and World Rugby an observatory presence at the potential election to ensure appropriate transparency.
Asia Rugby expects a response from the Ministry of Youth and Sport by no later than 6th May 2022. Until further announced, Sri Lanka Rugby cannot participate in tournaments organised by Asian rugby but can participate at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
Courtesy – Asia Rugby
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