04/12/2024 Culture, Science, Education and Media
In a letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the Chair of the PACE Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media Linda Hofstad Helleland (Norway, EPP/CD) has underlined the importance of ensuring the highest standards in the protection of human rights at the 2034 World Cup.
"As one of the world’s most influential sport organisations, FIFA has the power to foster positive change. Hosting a World Cup is more than an honour; it is a responsibility. It is therefore crucial that FIFA sets clear and enforceable rules for Saudi Arabia, as well as for any other host country.
In doing so, FIFA will meet the expectations, not only of our Assembly, but also those of the millions of fans who look up to it for leadership in creating a world where sport can equal fairness, dignity and respect for human rights,” underlines the Chairperson of the PACE Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media.”