Switzerland’s government on Monday \u200bformally backed a bid \u200bto host the Olympic \u200cand \u200bParalympic Winter Games in 2038, clearing another hurdle for the games to return to the \u200cAlpine country for the first time since 1948. A winter sports powerhouse, Switzerland is the frontrunner to host the 2038 games and \u200chas been in what is known as privileged dialogue with \u200cthe International Olympic Committee.<\/p>\n
It has until the end of 2027 to ready its bid to the IOC without competition from other countries. The Swiss \u2060federal \u200bcouncil said consultations \u2060on the 2038 plan were broadly positive and has approved submitting the \u2060plan, which includes federal funding of up to 200 million Swiss francs ($247 \u200bmillion), to parliament, where it needs final approval.<\/p>\n
Previously, the \u2060IOC said if the Swiss political consultation process is successfully completed by \u2060the \u200bend of this year, a host election could happen in April 2027. Alpine populations are concerned that the Winter Games, \u2060with the construction and human activity, plus tens of thousands of visitors \u2060for the \u206016-day competition, would be an environmental burden for the fragile ecosystem of these mountains.<\/p>\n
($1 = 0.8082 Swiss \u200cfrancs) <\/p>\n
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