The 3rd Coordination Committee (CoComm) Meeting between the ASEAN Para Sports Federation (APSF) and the Thailand ASEAN Para Games Organising Committee (THASOC) concluded here today with both parties reaffirming commitment to ensure delivery of a smooth and best-ever Games in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Despite the recent flooding affecting several regions of Thailand, THASOC reaffirmed that Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) remains fully secure, operational and unaffected, ensuring that preparations for the Games continue without disruption.
The final series of the coordination meeting took place at Kantary Hotel, the official headquarters hotel of the 13th ASEAN Para Games Thailand 2025, which will be held from 20 to 26 January 2026 across multiple venues in Nakhon Ratchasima and Bangkok.
APSF President Major General Osoth Bhavilai expressed satisfaction with the progress achieved: “We are encouraged by the commitment demonstrated by THASOC, and we remain confident that preparations in Nakhon Ratchasima are fully on track.”
“While the flood situation remains a concern nationally, we are reassured that it has not impacted Games operations in Korat. APSF will continue working closely with THASOC to resolve all outstanding matters to ensure a safe, well-organised, and world-class ASEAN Para Games,” he said.
Maj Gen Bhavilai led the seven-member APSF delegation which included Secretary General Major General Dr Wandee Tosuwan and key APSF Secretariat members. Representing THASOC were Deputy Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) for Elite Sports and Sports Science and representative of the Minister of Tourism and Sports Preecha Laloon, Vice President of the Paralympic Committee of Thailand Dr Kittipong Photimu, Director of the Nakhon Ratchasima Governor’s Office Anucha Intansorn, President of the Sports Association for the Disabled of Thailand (SPADT) Maitree Khongruang and senior officials from all operational committees.
APSF and THASOC reviewed progress in all major functional areas which include sports and technical operations, classification, venues, facilities, protocol, opening and closing ceremonies, Games IT & results systems, accommodation and Catering, arrival and departures, transportation and logistical services, security and safety planning, medical and anti-doping services, media operations and broadcast planning and Volunteers deployment.
A significant milestone of the day was the official signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between APSF and the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), formally reaffirming Thailand’s mandate as host nation and strengthening operational cooperation across all functional areas of Games delivery.
APSF Secretary General Major General Dr Wandee Tosuwan said: “This agreement strengthens THASOC’s mandate and outlines the standard operational guidelines to ensure that the Games will be delivered in compliance with international sporting regulations and best practices.”
The Games are expected to bring together more than 2,500 athletes and officials from 11 ASEAN nations, competing across 19 sports, namely Para Swimming, Wheelchair Basketball, Para Archery, Para Badminton, Para Shooting, Para Athletics, Judo, Volleyball-Sitting, Blind Football (5-a-side), CP Football (7-a-side), Boccia, Goalball, Powerlifting, Wheelchair Tennis, Table Tennis, Para Cycling (Track and Road), Para Fencing, Chess and Tenpin Bowling (to be held in Bangkok).
