Thailand will host the FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship next year, subject to government guarantees, it was announced on FIVB website yesterday.
The FIVB, Volleyball World and Thailand Volleyball Association (TVA) yesterday signed an agreement to host the prestigious event, which will bring together the world's top 32 women's national teams to compete for world championship glory.
The agreement was signed by FIVB president Dr Ary S Graca and TVA president Somporn Chaibangyang during the Asian Volleyball Confederation Congress, which concluded yesterday in Bangkok.
The formalities from the government are expected next month, following the formation of the new cabinet.
Thailand's selection came shortly after Bangkok hosted the 2024 VNL Finals for the first time, where enthusiastic local fans turned out in large numbers to support the Thai national team and the seven other finalists.