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Mikhail Nikolaev was awarded the first Order of the Children of Asia International Committee

Mikhail Nikolaev was awarded the first Order of the Children of Asia International Committee
Top News 22 July 2024

Mikhail Nikolaev, the founder of the Children of Asia Games, was posthumously awarded the Order of the Children of Asia International Committee.

As noted by Vladimir Maksimov, President of the Children of Asia International Committee, the Order is the organization’s highest honor. It was established on the eve of the 8th Children of Asia Games to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of children's sports in Asia and outstanding achievements in advancing the Games.

"The first order will be awarded posthumously to Mikhail Nikolayev, the founder of the Children of Asia Games. In the near future, we will present the award to his family. This is a well-deserved recognition for a man who made an immense contribution to the development of children's sports, both in Asia and around the world," Vladimir Maksimov stressed.

Recall that the Order of the Children of Asia International Committee was established by the decision of the Board of the Organization. This order is awarded for a special contribution to the development of youth sports on the Asian continent, as well as for personal achievements in the development of the Children of Asia Games.

The order prominently displays the logo of the Children of Asia International Committee, adorned with rosehip leaves on either side. The chain of the order is composed of alternating links, each designed in the shape of a rosehip arrow. In Sakha culture, this symbol has been used since ancient times as a talisman to protect and safeguard children.