Saudi Arabia’s Olympic Committee and the Olympic Council of Asia have postponed the 2029 Asian Winter Games, originally set to be hosted at the NEOM mega-project’s Trojena resort, without providing a new timetable or reason for the delay. This setback disrupts the kingdom’s plans to host major events, including the 2034 FIFA World Cup and the 2030-2031 Riyadh Expo, aimed at diversifying its economy. A source indicated that Saudi Arabia will negotiate a new date to foster a winter sports culture. The announcement coincides with a broader review of the kingdom’s major development projects.
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