Overview

• After reports of potential replacements, the Olympic Council of Asia said it is pleased with progress and is monitoring on-schedule work by the local organizers.
• The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee confirmed the OCA contacted its president to gauge South Korea’s willingness to host in 2029.
• Chinese officials said they had not heard of any formal approach to step in, while expressing support for Saudi Arabia hosting the next Asian Winter Games.
• Recent reporting has highlighted delays and financial strain at NEOM’s Trojena project, prompting contingency outreach and raising doubts about the 2029 timeline.
• Engineering hurdles include heavy reliance on artificial snow and a planned artificial lake, described in reports as a massive water and infrastructure challenge.