Andy Frans, vice-president of the Curacao Boxing Association (CuraBox), travelled last week to Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
In Dubai a two-day event took place last weekend, which included the Global Boxing Forum, the IBA (International Boxing Association) Ordinary Congress and a Champions’ Night.
Andy Frans is among boxing leaders from around the world, who are set to discuss the sport’s development, achievements, and future strategies.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) does not recognise the International Boxing Association (IBA), and has insisted that national federations must instead affiliate with World Boxing (WB).
Curaçao does not have a national Olympic committee, but will soon hold a special general meeting to democratically decide on the course to follow.
Andy Frans with Shannon Briggs