DUBAI: Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of the FIA, says the federation’s Extraordinary General Assembly and Annual Conference in Macau next week has an important part to play in guiding the future of motorsport and mobility.
Hosted in partnership with the Automobile General Association Macao-China and Galaxy Entertainment Group, and held at the Galaxy International Convention Centre, the three-day event starting on Tuesday will welcome over 450 senior FIA delegates from 149 countries.
It offers opportunities for the FIA, the global governing body for motorsport and the federation for mobility organizations worldwide, to address key initiatives in regional sporting growth, road safety, sustainable mobility, and innovation in transport.
Macau is an iconic location for motorsport fans, playing host to the Macau Grand Prix at the Guia Circuit since 1954. Now, the event welcomes competitors across four FIA categories and is notorious for its demanding course, combining fast straights and tight corners.
Speaking ahead of his return to Macau, Ben Sulayem said: “This conference provides a valuable opportunity to bring together our community and help shape the future of global motorsport and mobility. As we continue to grow participation, advance innovation and improve road safety worldwide, these discussions are more important than ever.
“I am delighted to be returning to Macau, a truly iconic location for motorsport fans and a fitting location for the FIA to host one of the most important weeks of our calendar. My thanks to our hosts, the AAMC, Chairman Chong Coc Veng, and President Roberto Carlos Osorio.”
Veng said the conference “provides a valuable opportunity to reflect on the progress we have made together over the past year and shape the priorities that will drive our federation forward.”
The conference will be attended by representatives from the 245 FIA Member Clubs who represent motorsport and mobility. This structure forms the backbone of the federation’s governance and operations, with each full Member Club holding voting rights across the FIA’s elections and regulatory decisions.
Clubs are grouped into two primary categories, with some serving in both roles. Mobility Clubs represent the interest of road users, with a focus on road safety, travel and tourism, consumer rights, and sustainable mobility.
National Sporting Authorities, which govern and develop motorsport at a national level, are responsible for sporting events, issuing licenses, and engagement across regulations.
