FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to Attend the 2025 FIA Annual General Assemblies and Awards in the ‘Star of the East’

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motorsport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, will shortly be in Tashkent, Uzbekistan for the 2025 FIA Annual General Assemblies.

Marking a return to the country following the 2024 mid-year conference in Samarkand, Tashkent will play host to the most important week in global motorsport and mobility with not only the FIA Annual General Assemblies taking place, but also the 2025 FIA Presidential Election, and the FIA Awards.

The event will welcome nearly 500 senior FIA delegates across mobility and motorsport from 149 countries, offering the opportunity to address key initiatives in road safety, sustainable mobility, global sporting growth, and innovation in transport, with the FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem in attendance.

Speaking ahead of his visit to Uzbekistan, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said: “Bringing our community together at moments like this is essential to the strength and unity of our federation. These events give us a valuable chance to listen, collaborate and participate, especially in a defining election year.

“Our Members remain central to everything the FIA delivers. Over the coming days, I look forward to hearing their perspectives, deepening the connection between sport and mobility, broadening our global footprint, and showcasing the impact we can make together.

“I am proud of the achievements we have realised over the last four years, and my focus remains on ensuring the FIA continues its transformation into an organisation that delivers meaningful value to society. Around the world, we are working to expand participation in motorsport through grassroots pathways and inclusive programmes such as the Affordable Cross Car and the Global Karting Plan.

“At the same time, we are strengthening our mobility mission across all regions, reinforcing our role within the automotive ecosystem and leading conversations on sustainable cities, safer roads and the future of transport.”

Commenting on the location of this year’s conference, Ben Sulayem said: “Tashkent is a vibrant gateway between past and future, making it an ideal venue for one of the FIA’s most significant weeks. I look forward to discovering the depth and character of this unique destination, and my thanks to our hosts the National Autosport & Karting Federation of Uzbekistan.”

The conference will be attended by representatives from the 245 FIA Member Clubs. 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 – provide mobility services and represent the interest of road users, with a focus on road safety, travel and tourism, consumer rights, and sustainable mobilityNational Sporting Authorities (ASNs) – govern and develop motorsport at a national level, are responsible for sporting events, issuing licenses, and engagement across regulations

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The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) is the governing body for world motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations globally. It is a non-profit organisation committed to driving innovation and championing safety, sustainability and equality across motor sport and mobility.

Founded in 1904, with offices in Paris, London and Geneva, the FIA brings together 245 Member Organisations across five continents, representing millions of road users, motor sport professionals and volunteers. It develops and enforces regulations for motor sport, including seven FIA World Championships, to ensure worldwide competitions are safe and fair for all.

The 2025 FIA Conference is hosted in association with Galaxy Entertainment Group and will be held at the International Convention Centre from 10-12 June. The Galaxy International Convention Centre is situated within the Galaxy Macay Integrated Resort which regularly plays host to world class sporting and conference events, and international exhibitions.