IGGF Ordinary Congress Held in Dushanbe
Information | 17 August, 2026
The Ordinary Congress of the International Gushtingiri Federation (IGGF) was held on 14 August 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan. The Congress brought together IGGF officials, representatives of national member federations, presidents of continental confederations, and distinguished guests.
At the opening of the Congress, the participants were welcomed, the required quorum was confirmed, and the agenda was formally adopted. The minutes of the First Ordinary Congress, held on 29 August 2024, were also approved.
The IGGF President, Secretary General, and Technical Director subsequently presented their reports on the Federation’s administrative, international, and technical activities, membership expansion, competitions, educational programmes, and future priorities. The financial report and the Federation’s annual reports were also reviewed and approved by the Congress.
A special presentation highlighted the journey, achievements, and international progress of Gushtingiri. Delegates were also briefed on plans to establish the International Gushtingiri Academy, advance the Federation’s digital transformation, and develop comprehensive educational systems.
The Congress reviewed and approved the IGGF Strategic Plan for 2026–2030, matters concerning the admission of new national member federations, and the 2027 International Sports Calendar.
Other important subjects included the development of educational structures, the standardisation of 58 Gushtingiri techniques, implementation of the belt promotion system, improvement of coaching and refereeing standards, strengthening of anti-doping programmes, and continued efforts to include Gushtingiri in the Asian Games and other international multi-sport events.
At the conclusion of the Congress, the member federations reaffirmed their commitment to unity, transparency, good governance, and international cooperation for the sustainable development of Gushtingiri. The Congress concluded with closing remarks and an official group photograph.