Articles – WAKO Asia

2026-08-29 Expresses of Condolences and Solidarity with Nepal

wakoasia — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:35:00 +0000

Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO Asia) Expresses Condolences and Solidarity with Nepal

The Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO Asia), under the leadership of President Nassiri, has extended heartfelt condolences and solidarity to the people of Nepal following the catastrophic flash flood that struck northern Nepal’s Rasuwa District along the Bhote Koshi River.

In an official letter sent today to Mr. Jeevan Ram Shrestha, President of the Nepal Olympic Committee, President Nassiri conveyed the deep sorrow of the Confederation’s Board and members over the immense loss of life and devastation caused by the disaster.

“On behalf of Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA), its Board, and all our members, I wish to express our deepest condolences and solidarity with the people of Nepal. We stand in unity with the families who have lost loved ones and with the nation during this time of mourning,” wrote President Nassiri.

He further expressed relief that Mr. Shrestha and his colleagues are safe, while extending sympathy to all those affected. The message emphasized the resilience and unity of the Nepali people as a source of strength and healing in the days ahead.

WAKO Asia stands firmly with Nepal during this difficult time and reaffirms its commitment to supporting the spirit of solidarity across the Asian sporting community.

Public Relation Committee
Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2026-08-12 Official cirular to All Membes Federations – Decision of the Executive Board of 22 July 2026

wakoasia — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:55:13 +0000

Dear Members, Dear all,

We are pleased to inform you of the decision of the Executive Board of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation dated 22 July 2022. Please find below the Official Circular from Mr. Sina Zahedi, Secretary General of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation, which is self‑explanatory.

Best regards,
Administration office
Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)

To review the circular, please click on the link below.

2026-08-531 AKC Official Circular to All Member Federations – Decision of the Executive Board of 22 July 2026

2026-05-06 Confirmation of General Assembly Results – Asian Kickboxing Confederation

wakoasia — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:15:00 +0000

On behalf of the Administration of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation and the commission of the General Assembly of the 16 February 2026, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the President and all members of the Board who were recently elected or re‑elected during the General Assembly of 16 February 2026, by unanimous decision through written resolution by circulation.

We are pleased to inform you that the Law Firm AARPI MBAA, duly mandated by decision of the Board of Directors to organize the General Assembly of 16 February 2026 through written resolutions by circulation, released on 6 May 2026 the official confirmation of compliance and transmission of minutes, together with the key points of the Assembly, to all members of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation, its administration, and commissions.

The Law Firm AARPI MBAA confirmed that the procedures fully complied with the Civil Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, the legal framework applicable to non‑profit organizations, and the Statutes of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation as amended on 12 December 2022. The process and outcome were declared legally valid and consistent with principles of good governance and equal participation. The results have been endorsed by both the Law Firm AARPI MBAA and the Commission of the General Assembly.

We further confirm that the procedure and results of the General Assembly of 16 February 2026 were approved by a supreme majority decision, with over 85% of members returning their votes—all in favor of the election of the full Executive (the President, two Vice Presidents, and seven members of the Board). This strong endorsement reflects the confidence and unity of our membership.

We sincerely apologize for the delay in communication. As the Assembly was conducted via written resolution by circulation and organized by a duly mandated independent law firm, the firm informed us that it was necessary to communicate the results and minutes of the General Assembly to the Ministry of Justice and relevant authorities of the Kyrgyz Republic, where the Confederation headquarters are registered. This process required various administrative steps, including translation from English into the local language and obtaining confirmation of the procedures and results, in accordance with the Statutes of the Asian Confederation, the Civil Code, and the requirements of the relevant authorities of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Furthermore, the confirmation of the procedure has been duly recognized in accordance with the Civil Code and by the relevant authorities, ensuring full compliance with governing regulations, the Statutes of the Asian Confederation, the Civil Code, the Ministry of Justice, and the relevant authorities of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The minutes of the General Assembly are available upon written request to the administration.

At the same time, we wish to express our sincere gratitude to the outgoing members of the Board who are no longer part of the new Executive. Their dedication, commitment, and valuable contributions have greatly supported the growth and development of the Confederation, and their efforts will remain an important part of our history.

Once again, we extend our sincere congratulations to the President and all members of the Executive who were newly elected or re‑elected. We look forward to your leadership and continued contributions to the Confederation and to the development of Kickboxing across the Asian continent and around the globe.

Warm regards,

Administration Office
Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2025-07 Important Notice: Launch of Upgraded Membership Database – Action Required

wakoasia — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:48:29 +0000

Dear Member,
We are pleased to announce that the Asian Kickboxing Confederation (AKC) has officially launched its upgraded membership database, effective immediately.
To ensure that your federation or association and its members are properly registered on the new platform, we kindly request that you follow the registration instructions provided and complete the process accordingly.
Your login credentials (ID and password) will be issued by the AKC Administration upon receipt of your official request via email.
As previously communicated, each registered member will be assigned a unique identification number. This ID is mandatory for accurately identifying athletes in all competitions organized under the auspices of the Asian Kickboxing Confederation, including Asian Kickboxing Championships, Kickboxing events at the Asian Games, Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games, and the SEA Games.
Please note that all member data submitted prior to 31 December 2024 has already been migrated to the new system. Nevertheless, we strongly encourage you to verify that all members are correctly listed in the current database to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Should you require any further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind regards,
Administration Office
Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2024-09-03 Reflection of Asian Kickboxing Championships in Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) website

wakoasia — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:07:07 +0000

https://oca.asia/news/5447-phnom-penh-to-host-2024-asian-kickboxing-championships-in-october.html

2024-06-23 Asian Kickboxing Confederation joins the world sport in celebrating Olympic Day

wakoasia — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:28:27 +0000

“On Olympic Day, we join the world sport in celebrating the values and missions of the Olympic movement,” said Asian Confederation President Nasser Nassiri.
Positive effects from sports are achieved through physical activity and sport’s role in society has become increasingly important over the years, for the individual and in particular for public health.
We encourage you to move more to sport. sport has many positive effects on the health of children and young people, as well as adults and older people.

“Let’s Move and celebrate”
Public Relations Department
Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2023-11-30 Celebration of the International Kickboxing Day

wakoasia — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 01:53:17 +0000

Dear members,

After Asian Kickboxing Day on September 9th,

Today, November 30th,

We celebrate the International Kickboxing Day.

Congratulations!

Public Relation Department,

Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2023-09-09 The Asian Kickboxing community is celebrating “Asian Kickboxing Day”.

wakoasia — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 10:00:18 +0000

The Asian Kickboxing Confederation is pleased to congratulate all its members and the entire Asian kickboxing community for celebrating 9th September as “Asian Kickboxing Day”.

For more information, please visit the following link:

http://wakoasia.com/?p=2586

Asian Kickboxing Confederation

Public Relation Department

2023/08/23 Asian Kickboxing Confederation mourns the loss of Major General Charouck Arirachakaran

wakoasia — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:58:16 +0000

The Asian Kickboxing Confederation mourns the loss of Major General Charouck Arirachakaran, the great man and one of the leaders of Asian sport.

Major General Charouck Arirachakaran was one of the lovers of combat sports and the one who took the initiative to establish the kickboxing association in Thailand in January 2009 on the occasion of the first Asian Marian Arts Games (BAMAGO) promoted by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). Accordingly, the Thai athletes were able to participate in Kickboxing competition of 2009 Asian Martial Arts Games and others following OCA events.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family, loved ones, the Olympic Council of Asia, the Sports Authority, and the National Olympic Committee of Thailand.

Public Relations Department,

Asian Kickboxing Confederation

2023-05-30 Official Report, Kickboxing competition of the 32nd SEA Games 2023 Cambodia

wakoasia — Tue, 30 May 2023 17:25:58 +0000

Dear Madam, Dear Sir
We have a pleasure to address you attached the “Official Report” of Kickboxing competition of the 32^nd SEA Games, Cambodia 2023 approved and signed by Euncheon Jeong Ph. D., the Technical Delegate of the Kickboxing competition of the 32^nd SEA Games, Cambodia 2023.
As you are informed, Kickboxing competition consisted of seventeen (17) events among three (03) ring styles (Full Contact, Low Kick and K1) and two (02) tatami styles (Light Contact and Kick Light) presenting male and female competitors with the total of twelve (12) male events and five (05) female events in defined weight categories.
The Official Report composed with the following exhibits:
Exhibit 1 – Number of Entries: Contains detailed information such as the number of entries by participating NOCs (in total 8 NOCs including Cambodia), with the total number of 100 participating athletes (70 male athletes and 30 female athletes).
Exhibit 2 – Kickboxing Events Draw: Contains the detailed information of draw of each event (categories), in total 17 Events.
Exhibit 3 – Results Kickboxing Events: Contains detailed information relating to the results of the 17 events such as the names of the athletes who won the gold, silver and bronze medals, the name of the NOC of the medalists concerned, of each event.
Exhibit 4 – Medals Tables by Division (Ring & Tatami): Contains detailed information related to the ranking by participants NOCs in the each of the two divisions (Ring and Tatami), taking in consideration that we had 12 events in Ring styles and 5 events in Tatami styles.
Exhibit 5 – General Medals Table Kickboxing Events: Contains detailed information related to medals table in kickboxing events by participating NOCs.

You can also download the 32nd SEA Games Kickboxing competition Official Report in high quality printable at the below link:
http://wakoasia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/32nd-SEA-Games-Kickboxing-competition-Official-Report.rar

We take this opportunity to thank you all and in particular the SEAGF and the CAMSOC for all the support given to the Asian Kickboxing Confederation during more than a year of preparation of the Kickboxing competition and during the period of the Games.

We remain at your disposal for any additional information you may need.

Sincerely yours,

Sina Zahedi
Secretary General
Asian Kickboxing Confederation