Second European Games in Belarus

MINSK, 29 December (BelTA) – The development of temporary infrastructure for the 2^nd European Games 2019 was discussed at a meeting of the 2nd European Games organizing committee led by Prime Minister Sergei Rumas on 29 December, BelTA learned from the press service of the government.

Participants of the meeting considered the implementation of the instructions on the development of temporary infrastructure at the venues of the 2^nd European Games and also the organization of catering for participants of the competitions at the athletes' village.

The organizing committee also considered issues related to the development of an IT platform and the operation of the athletes’ village management group. Participants also heard out a report on the choice of the PR-agency for the 2^nd European Games.

Minsk will host the 2nd European Games on 21-30 June 2019. Over 4,000 athletes will compete in 200 medal events in 15 sports. Competitions in nine sports will serve as qualifiers for the Olympic Games 2020 in Tokyo. Competitions in badminton, boxing, canoe sprint and judo will be held in the format of European championships.