The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) is the umbrella organization of all national equestrian organizations worldwide. It is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and administers all aspects of equestrian sport globally. 157 countries are affiliated with the FEI after seven national federations were added at the 2008 FEI Congress in Rome.
In light of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the FEI suspended athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing at any Federation Equestre Internationale events, and suspended all officials from these countries from officiating at any event sanctioned by the FEI, as well as from attending or participating in any FEI meetings, committees, and forums. In March 2023, the Russian Equestrian Federation sent a letter addressing the ISF and urging them to reverse the decision and allow Russian athletes to compete in ISF events. The REF's statement included claims that the war was actually started by Ukraine and that 'Russia defends peace'. In May 2023, the Federation Equestre Internationale reinstated Russian and Belarusian athletes, shortly after a Russian missile attack forced the cancellation of an equestrian event in Ukraine.
Dressage
Jumping
Eventing
Driving
Vaulting
Endurance
Reining
Para Equestrian
There are five continental associations affiliated with the FEI. These associations are responsible for organizing continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the FEI Board meetings.
Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI): The international governing body for all Olympic equestrian disciplines. https://inside.fei.org/fei/about-fei
2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine: An ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine which has led to widespread international sanctions against Russia. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60506682
Continental associations affiliated with the FEI: These associations are responsible for organizing continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the FEI Board meetings. https://inside.fei.org/fei/your-role/national-federations
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