The International Olympic Committee (I.O.C.) approved France to host the next summer event in 2024. Paris was chosen as a strategic city of welcoming professional sportspersons in international sports, including athletics, football, basketball, and volleyball, among others. The decision of awarding the bid was based on significant social factors relevant to contemporary issues. Executive officials at I.O.C. assessed applicants based on the development history, leadership competence, and rating on public opinion (Heerdt, 2018). Political leadership in France intends on transforming business and social practices in support of environmental sustainability. I believe that the bidding process for hosting the 2024 summer Olympics was fair as political and sociological justifications presented are fundamental and relevant to modern society.
The criteria used by I.O.C. were justified as Paris offers a strategic platform of enhancing sustainability practices. Climate change has resulted in harsh weather conditions, as evidenced in Europe, North America, and Asia. Human life is at a risk of natural disaster in modern times more than it was a decade ago. The situation requires action on conservation practices which will preserve ecological elements supporting life. France is a developed country which can lead a global environmental change. The Paris Climate Accord of 2016 illustrates the country’s commitment towards a sustainable world in future (Kassens-Noor & Lauermann, 2018). It highlights that the 2024 bidding process was fairly awarded to Paris.
Additionally, the bidding process was evaluated and awarded using vital political and sociological factors. For instance, Paris has an existing sporting infrastructure required to host an international event. Athletes from different countries will be assured of secure and reliable accommodation services from hospitality business entities in France. Moreover, the country has state-of-the-art sports stadiums which can aid in expanding the tournament for diverse and inclusive. Socially, I believe that political leadership in Paris facilitates progressive public policies intended to enhance equality in race, gender, and physical disability. I.O.C.’s approval of Paris for the 2024 summer Olympics was reasonable and justified.
References
Heerdt, D. (2018). Tapping the potential of human rights provisions in mega-sporting events’ bidding and hosting agreements. The International Sports Law Journal, 17(3-4), 170-185.
Kassens-Noor, E., & Lauermann, J. (2018). Mechanisms of policy failure: Boston’s 2024 Olympic bid. Urban Studies, 55(15), 3369-3384.