On December 5, the sixth World Conference on Doping in Sport concluded in Busan, Republic of Korea. More than 2,000 participants from 165 countries and international organizations engaged in discussions, debates, and presentations on key elements of anti-doping work.

“WADA, together with its partners, has carried out tremendous work in preparing the new editions of the World Anti-Doping Code and the International Standards.
We now have all the tools to advance anti-doping efforts both globally and nationally in pursuit of our shared goal — fostering clean sport and fair play,” noted Nataliia Radchuk, Chair of the NADC Supervisory Board, during the plenary session.

The outcomes of the conference are truly significant:

• a new edition of the World Anti-Doping Code was adopted;
• updated editions of eight International Standards were approved and will enter into force on 1 January 2027;
• the Anti-Doping Athlete Rights Act was adopted;
• the Busan Declaration for Clean Sport was prepared and published.

“This was an exceptionally important event that has shaped the future of the global anti-doping ecosystem for the next 5–10 years. What are the main takeaways?Accountability for anti-doping rule violations will increase and extend beyond athletes; rules and procedures will be strengthened; education and prevention will become a priority; the role of intelligence and investigations will expand; and anti-doping organizations must become fully independent.
And we are ready for these changes. Why? Because NADC has well-prepared staff, strong organizational and institutional capacity, and political support from the Government and the Ministry. Ukraine’s NADC is an integrated and effective part of the global anti-doping community,” stated NADC Director Sergii Popyk following the conference in Busan.

To implement the newly adopted international documents and requirements, NADC will prepare and approve a new edition of its Anti-Doping Rules in 2026, along with updated policies, procedures, and other management system documents.

Consistent work leads to effective results.