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President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) stated that Indonesia is ready to host the 2036 Olympics. The President said that the Capital City of the Archipelago (IKN) would be prepared to become the venue for hosting the biggest sporting event in the world.

He conveyed this in a press statement at The Apurva Kempinski, Bali, Wednesday (16/11/2022). "I convey Indonesia's willingness and readiness to host the 2036 Olympics in the Archipelago's Capital," said the President.

The President said, as President of the G20 in 2022, he and the G20 leaders emphasized the importance of sports. Apart from health and sports, according to him, they also play an important role in uniting the world.

"I as Chair of the G20 in 2022 along with other G20 leaders emphasize the importance of the role of sport for health. Sport can unite the world, especially at this time," said the President.

The President also views that the success of the next Olympics and Paralympics will emphasize the importance of neutrality in international sporting events. The next Olympics and Paralympics are the 2024 Paris Olympics, Milano-Cortina 2026 (winter).

In addition, Los Angeles in 2028 and Brisbane in 2032. There are also the 2024 Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon (winter) and Dakar in 2026.

"(The success of the Olympics and Paralympics) will emphasize the importance of political neutrality in international sporting events. As well as the autonomy of sports organizations," said the President. (RRI)