Driven by this persistent desire to develop the equestrian world in Asia-Pacific, Christophe Ameeuw and his EEM team, in partnership with the Hong Kong Jockey Club and with the support of the Hong Kong Tourism Board and the Wall Street Journal, have taken up the challenge of setting up this leading forum on the Asian continent, which, combined with a professional horse show, forms the Asia Horse Week. The first edition was welcomed by participants as well as leading figures of the horse industry such as Ingmar De Vos, President of the International Federation, the German athlete with the most medals in equestrianism, Ludger Beerbaum.
This year, the FEI is partnering with this unique event to present its "Clean Sport" seminar. A perfect opportunity to raise awareness and familiarize Asian equestrian industry professionals and the equestrian community with the ethical and regulatory issues and best practices to promote healthy and responsible equestrian sports. The seminar will be led by Göran Akerström, FEI Veterinary Director, and his colleague Caterina Termine. Different subjects will be addressed, including FEI Clean Sport, limb sensitivity detection, biosecurity and international movement of horses, FEI Prohibited Substances List and current regulations, avoiding a positive sample, contamination and feed supplements. . Riders, breeders and professionals from all over the world will be present to discuss these issues, with the focus on a common concern: horse welfare.
