Dubai (Etihad)
The management of Shabab Al-Ahly Club signed a partnership agreement with the regional office of the International Basketball Federation in Asia, on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market exhibition in Dubai, to host the 2024 Asian Club Basketball Champions League, which includes the host Shabab Al-Ahly, 8 clubs from Malaysia, Indonesia and Korea, and the two qualifying teams from « Final 8 of the West Asia Basketball Premier League.
The signing ceremony was attended by Majid Sultan, Executive Director of Shabab Al Ahly Club, Hagop Khajarian, Executive Director of the Asian Basketball Confederation, and Ahmed Al Khaja, Executive Director of the Dubai Festivals and Retail Corporation.
Hagop Khajarian thanked the management of Shabab Al-Ahly Club and the Basketball Association for their support in organizing this new edition in Dubai, and said: “The Asian Club Championship has a long history and this year’s edition carries special importance, because it represents the first appearance of the Asian Basketball Champions League, and represents a strategically important event.” “In achieving the goals of the International Basketball Federation, which is to reshape international club competitions.”
Ahmed Al Khaja, Executive Director of the Dubai Festivals and Retail Corporation, said: “Our commitment to hosting international sporting events in Dubai is consistent with the strategic objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to strengthen its position to become a leading global city for business and entertainment, and sports are an essential pillar of the tourism and events system in the emirate. Hosting the 2024 AFC Basketball Champions League will enrich Dubai’s sporting agenda, which is held throughout the year. This important event is expected to attract fans from all over the world, as well as basketball fans residing in the Emirates. We are confident that it will achieve great success and provide an exciting experience. “Exceptional for players and fans alike, in addition to consolidating Dubai’s position as a leading destination for hosting major international events.”
Majed Sultan, Executive Director of Shabab Al-Ahly Club, said: “We are happy to host the inaugural edition of the tournament, and the trust given to us by the International Basketball Federation in Asia confirms Dubai’s position as a major destination for athletes and sporting events, thanks to the distinguished infrastructure. We accepted the challenge, and we pledge to present a copy of it.” Exceptional.
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