In a letter for National Federations, the FEI has detailed what the practical implications are on athletes and officials as a result of the suspension of the Emirates Equestrian Federation after major horse welfare issues and non-compliance with FEI Rules and Regulations in Endurance.

For the duration of the UAE NF’s suspension:

Athletes’ Participation
1. Athletes (human and equine) from the UAE NF (Emirati Athletes) are no permitted to participate in any International Events in the discipline of Endurance.
2. Non-Endurance Emirati Athletes are permitted to participate in International Events organized by other NF’s
3. Emirati Athletes are permitted to participate in National Events organized by other NF’s in all disciplines, except the discipline of Endurance.
4. Under the FEI Rules and Regulations the FEI cannot prevent your NF’s athletes from participating in National Endurance Events (or any other National Events) in the UAE; the question of their participation falls under you NF’s responsibility. For the avoidance of doubt, as the UAE ND is still entitled to organize National Events during the period of suspension, such National Events shall not be considered as “Unsanctioned Events” by the FEI.

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