May 19, 2011 - WADA is proud to announce that the total number of UNESCO member states to have ratified the ‘International Convention against Doping in Sport’ has reached 158, following the recent decisions of Uzbekistan and Gambia to commit their support.

The International Convention against Doping in Sport is now the third most ratified of all UNESCO conventions, which shows a remarkable commitment and unified approach from countries across the world.

UNESCO is made up of 193 member states, which leaves just 35 who have not yet completed the process.

“We applaud the decisions of Uzbekistan and Gambia to come on board in the fight against doping in sport,” said WADA Director General David Howman.

“It is a remarkable achievement for WADA’s ideals to develop an accord with 158 countries around the world and a credit to our Governments department.

“If ever anyone has doubt as to the worldwide commitment to our cause, they need only to look at this figure. It sends out a very strong message that the world is united in its desire to rid sport of drugs.”

Related Story

• China's Sheng Lihao wins 2nd Paris Olympic gold with men's 10m air rifle victory(08-29 19:31)
• Olympics | Day 13: Chinese diver defends Olympic title, weightlifting debutant claims gold(08-09 16:50)
• Olympics | Chinese weightlifters Hou, Li retain gold at Paris 2024(08-08 14:26)
• Olympics | Day 12: Chinese weightlifters retain Olympic golds, artistic swimming team make history(08-08 14:23)
• Olympics | Chinese diver Quan defends women's 10m platform title at Paris Games(08-07 22:37)