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Bach urges Winter Olympics not to be used as a 'stage for political dissent'

Wednesday, February 05 2014 by SNTV
  • Intro:

    International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach criticised world leaders for politicising the Olympic Games as Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed delegates to Sochi on Tuesday (4 February).

    Script:

    SOUNDBITE (English) Thomas Bach, International Olympic Committee (IOC) President:
    "We are grateful to those who respect the fact that sport can only contribute to development and peace if it is not used as a stage for political dissent, or for trying to score points in internal or external political contests. To other political leaders we say: 'please understand what our responsibilities are, and what your responsibilities are. Have the courage to address your disagreements in a peaceful, direct political dialogue and not on the backs of the athletes'."

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