The Asian Handball Federation (AHF) announced on Tuesday the re-election of Kuwait's Bader Al-Dhayyan as its president for the upcoming term extending through 2029. Elections for other executive positions will be held in Egypt this December.

In a phone interview with Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Al-Dhayyan stated:

• "This re-election carries significant responsibility requiring persistent efforts to achieve success"

• Revealed he has already begun developing a strategic plan to advance Asian handball to global dominance

• Emphasized continuous support, game development, and federation assistance as key priorities

Key Development Plans:
• Technical development across all Asian federations
• Referee committee support and advancement
• High-level intensive training programs
• Collaborative approach to realize collective ambitions

Acknowledgements:
Al-Dhayyan expressed profound gratitude to:

• Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, for decisive support

• All Asian federations for their trust and confidence

• Pledged to always prioritize Kuwait's reputation, noting "my success is ultimately Kuwait's success"

Background:
The newly re-elected president brings extensive experience, having previously served as:

• Vice President of the International Handball Federation (IHF)

• Treasurer of the Asian Handball Federation