When and where was Malaysia officially awarded the hosting rights for the 2029 Games?

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Malaysia was officially awarded the hosting rights for the 2029 Islamic Solidarity Games on October 8 during the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association's 14th general assembly.

Malaysia, specifically the state of Selangor, was officially designated as the host for the 2029 Islamic Solidarity Games. This significant award was formally announced on October 8, during the 14th general assembly of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA). The Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) has expressed its commitment to working collaboratively with Selangor and ISSA to ensure a successful and hospitable event.
Award of Hosting Rights

The formal decision to grant Malaysia the hosting rights for the 2029 Islamic Solidarity Games was made by the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA). This occurred on October 8, a date marked during the ISSA's 14th general assembly. The OCM views this as a historic milestone for Islamic sports within Malaysia.
Symbolic Handover Ceremony

A symbolic handover ceremony to mark this occasion took place during the closing ceremony of the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. During this segment, the ISSA Flag was passed from Prince Fahd Jalawi Abdulaziz Musaed of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee to Prince Abdulaziz Turki Al-Faisal, the ISSA president. Subsequently, Prince Abdulaziz presented the flag to Selangor State Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi and OCM president Datuk Mohd Nasir Ali.
Expressions of Appreciation

On behalf of the OCM president and Olympic Council of Asia vice president for the Southeast Asia zone, Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria, Datuk Mohd Nasir Ali conveyed sincere appreciation to ISSA. He specifically acknowledged the leadership of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz Turki Al-Faisal for entrusting Malaysia and Selangor with the honour of hosting the seventh Islamic Solidarity Games in 2029. The OCM anticipates working closely with all parties to deliver an event characterised by renowned Malaysian hospitality.

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