Comité Olímpico Internacional (COI)

The Comité Olímpico Internacional (COI), or International Olympic Committee, is the governing body of the Olympic Games. It is responsible for organizing the Summer and Winter Olympics and sets the rules and regulations for participation. The IOC is currently newsworthy due to its recent policy change regarding the eligibility of transgender athletes and the protection of the female category in Olympic sports. The new policy, set to take effect for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, stipulates that only biological women will be eligible to compete in the female category. Eligibility will be determined primarily through a test. This decision has sparked considerable controversy, drawing reactions ranging from concern in France to praise from figures like Donald Trump. The IOC's stance on this issue highlights the ongoing debate surrounding inclusivity, fairness, and scientific considerations in sports, particularly concerning transgender athletes and gender verification.