Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Civil Defense has received the International Sport Federation of Firefighters and Rescuers flag to host the 2025 Fire and Rescue World Championship in Riyadh, in collaboration with the Ministry of Sport. This event marks the transition from the People's Republic of China, which hosted the championship in 2024. According to Saudi Press Agency, the handover ceremony was attended by Director General of Civil Defense Major General Dr. Hamoud bin Sulaiman Al-Faraj and officials from the Ministry of Sport. The event symbolizes Saudi Arabia's growing role in hosting international sporting events and highlights its preparedness to welcome participants from around the world. The International Sport Federation of Firefighters and Rescuers, established in 2001, currently includes 32 member countries. It has successfully organized over 15 world championships to date. The competitions in the championship encompass various events, such as tower climbing, 400-meter relays, 10 0-meter sprints, and firefighting challenges, offering a platform for firefighters and rescuers to showcase their skills and endurance on a global stage.
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