Asian Paralympic Committee

Asian Paralympic Committee President Majid Rashed has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Korea National University of Education in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Paralympic Movement and the advancement of Para sport across Asia and beyond.

“This recognition is not mine alone; it reflects the vision and unwavering support of the leadership of the United Arab Emirates. The UAE has always believed in empowering People of Determination, giving us the platform, confidence, and opportunities to lead and succeed. Their belief in inclusion has transformed lives and continues to inspire us to aim higher,” said Rashed, who is also a Board Member of the Dubai Sports Council and CEO of Dubai Club for People of Determination

Rashed received the honour from KNUE President Cha Woo-kyu in Seoul, Republic of Korea in presence of several dignitaries that include Jin-owan Jung, President of the Korea Paralympic Committee among others.



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Eid al-Adha Mubarak to all those celebrating 🌙
Wishing athletes and their families strength, peace, and success.

The countdown to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games reaches 150 days.

Uzumin stands proudly ahead of an unforgettable moment for Para sport in Asia.

With just 157 days remaining until the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, preparations continue to gather strong momentum.

As part of its webinar series, the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) hosted a session titled “Anti-Doping Overview for the Asian Para Games 2026: Rules, Medical, Education, Testing, and Results Management.”

The webinar brought together athletes, coaches, team managers, delegation officials, and medical and technical support personnel from National Paralympic Committees across Asia.

The session focused on strengthening awareness of anti-doping rules, medical guidance, education, testing procedures, and results management — key areas in ensuring a fair, clean, and athlete-centred Games.

Newly appointed APC Anti-Doping Manager Juliana Soares delivered a comprehensive presentation, providing valuable insights into anti-doping regulations, procedures, requirements, and responsibilities ahead of the Games.

With more than 130 participants joining the session, the webinar reflected Asia’s shared commitment to clean sport, unity, and excellence on the road to Aichi-Nagoya 2026.