TO ALL WAKO MEMBERS Dear Presidents and General Secretaries, Please be informed that the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published the 2027 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List), which was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) during its meeting on 10 September 2026 and enters into force on 1 January 2027. You can find the major modifications for the 2027 Prohibited List in the 2027 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes. The Therapeutic Use Exemption Program We would like to remind that Athletes who have a legitimate medical reason for using a prohibited substance or method that is on the List can apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) to determine whether they meet the criteria outlined in the International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (ISTUE). Educational resources  WADA has also provided educational resources which can be accessed on the Agency’s Anti-Doping Education and Learning Platform (ADEL), while an Athlete and ASP Guide to the 2027 List is expected in December. We kindly ask all WAKO National Federations to forward this e-mail and information to all of your affiliated clubs and members (athletes, coaches, medical personnel, team officials and other Athlete Support Personnel). Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring that all kickboxing athletes and their support personnel are properly informed about and prepared for the changes to the 2027 Prohibited List. Best regards, Barbara Falsoni WAKO Administration www.wako.sport

Introducing WAKO Worldwide — Our New Global E-Zine We’re pleased to launch WAKO Worldwide, a new publication bringing together the people, stories and achievements shaping our global kickboxing community. The first edition, August 2026, features a welcome from WAKO President Roy Baker, news from across the continents, championship highlights and a look ahead to the World Championships in Jesolo. Inside, we also celebrate the development of young athletes, women in sport, inclusive kickboxing and the partnerships supporting our sport’s future—all brought to life through photography from the WAKO community. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, referee, supporter or national federation representative, we invite you to explore the first issue and share it with your community. Read the first edition of WAKO Worldwide below.

TO WAKO ASIA MEMBERS Dear Presidents and General Secretaries, Please find attached the official invitation and package information containing all technical detail for participation to the next Asian Kickboxing Championships 2026(Senior & Master Divisions) in All Disciplines, (Ring Disciplines: Full Contact, Low Kick, K-1) and (Tatami Disciplines: Point Fighting, Light Contact, Kick Light, Musical Forms), that will take place at Olympic Stadium (Indoor Hall), in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from 11 to 21 December 2026. As previously announced, the results of the Continental Championships will be used where applicable to qualify Asian athletes for the World Games 2027. We are also pleased to inform you that the Government of Cambodia has recently issued an official decree confirming that this prestigious event will take place in Phnom Penh during the above-mentioned dates. Furthermore, we are delighted to announce that entry visas for all participants traveling to Cambodia will be guaranteed upon arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, provided that you present the official event invitation. To facilitate this process, please contact the Organizing Committee of the Asian Kickboxing Championships in advance with your passport details. (see below Exhibit 2) You will find attached the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2026 Package Information containing all technical detail and following related forms : EXHIBIT 1 - Application Form : To be sent by 20 October 2026 to Asian Kickboxing Championships Organizing Committee, E-mail: info@wakoasia.com and registration.akc2026@wakoasia.com EXHIBIT 2 - Visa Requirement FORM : To be sent 20 October 2026 to Asian Kickboxing Championships Organizing Committee, E-mail:info@wakoasia.com and registration.akc2026@wakoasia.com EXHIBIT 3 - Hotel Reservation : To be sent by 20 October 2026 to Asian Kickboxing Championships Organizing Committee E-mail: info@wakoasia.com and registration.akc2026@wakoasia.com The Asian Championships 2026 "Code of Conduct" : To be sent by 20 October 2026 to Asian Kickboxing Championships Organizing Committee (page 18 and 18 /35 of attached invitation and package information) E-mail: info@wakoasia.com and registration.akc2026@wakoasia.com The preliminary registration form : To be sent by 02 November 2026 to Asian Kickboxing Championships Organizing Committee E-mail: info@wakoasia.com and registration.akc2026@wakoasia.com Please take note of the above deadlines and submit your forms paying particular attention to the Cancellation Policy indicated onpage 6of the attached official invitation and information package. You can find more and updated information on the following link : Asian Kickboxing Championships 2026- Phnom Penh, Cambodia – WAKO Asia Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any additional information. Kimia Amanpour Administration Office Asian Kickboxing Confederation (WAKO ASIA)

Welcome to WAKO, the global governing body for kickboxing. Explore news, events, and resources, and join the worldwide community of kickboxing champions. Click here for more Click here for more Breaking News 1 2 3 4 5 WAKO FOCUS Uzbekistan Kickboxing World Cup 2026 Tue 13 Oct Navoiy shoh ko'chasi 30 13 Oct 2026, 07:30 – 18 Oct 2026, 18:00 Navoiy shoh ko'chasi 30, Navoiy shoh ko'chasi 30, 100129, Тоshkent, Toshkent, Uzbekistan More info Details 2026 North American Century Cup – WAKO CANADA Thu 22 Oct Markham Pan Am Centre 22 Oct 2026, 10:00 – 25 Oct 2026, 17:10 Markham Pan Am Centre, 16 Main St Unionville, Markham, ON L3R 0W7, Canada More info Details WAKO Senior, Master and Para-Inclusive European Championship (All Disciplines) Fri 06 Nov Skopje 06 Nov 2026, 08:50 – 15 Nov 2026, 18:00 Skopje, Skopje, North Macedonia More info Details Asian Kickboxing Championships 2026(Senior & Master Divisions) in All Disciplines Fri 11 Dec National Olympic Stadium 11 Dec 2026, 07:00 – 21 Dec 2026, 19:00 National Olympic Stadium, Charles de Gaulle Boulevard, រាជធានីភ្នំពេញ 12253, Cambodia More info Details Load More Africa WAKO Africa, a branch of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), is dedicated to developing kickboxing throughout Africa as a non-profit, non-political organization. Asia WAKO Asia, under the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), represents kickboxing across Asia, functioning as a non-profit, non-political sports body. Europe WAKO Europe, part of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), is a non-profit, non-political entity representing and advancing kickboxing throughout Europe. Oceania WAKO Oceania, a division of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), is a non-profit, non-political body representing kickboxing in the Oceania region. Pan-America WAKO Pan America, part of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), promotes and represents kickboxing across the Americas as a non-profit, non-political entity. Excellence WAKO is committed to developing world-class athletes, focusing on high standards in training, competition, and sportsmanship. Through rigorous discipline and a passion for excellence, WAKO athletes embody the spirit of perseverance and skill required at the Olympic level. Respect At the heart of WAKO is mutual respect. We promote fair play and ethical conduct among athletes, coaches, and federations, mirroring the Olympic ideal of respect for competitors, the sport, and the global kickboxing community. Friendship WAKO fosters global connections and camaraderie through its international events. By bringing athletes from diverse cultures together, we build friendships, encourage cultural exchange, and strengthen the spirit of unity that the Olympic movement represents.

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Learn about WAKO’s anti-doping initiatives, policies, and education programs to ensure integrity and fairness in kickboxing worldwide. Introduction to Anti-doping The use of doping substances or doping methods to enhance performance is fundamentally wrong and is detrimental to the overall spirit of sport. Drug misuse can be harmful to an Athlete’s health and to other Athletes competing in the sport. It severely damages the integrity, image and value of sport, whether or not the motivation to use drugs is to improve performance. To achieve integrity and fairness in sport, a commitment to a clean field of play is critical. WAKO seeks to maintain the integrity of kickboxing by running a comprehensive anti-doping program that focuses equally on education/prevention and on testing, with consequent sanctioning of those who break the rules. Principles and values of clean sport Anti-doping programs seek to maintain the integrity of sport in terms of respect for rules, other competitors, fair competition, a level playing field, and the value of clean sport to the world. The spirit of sport is the celebration of the human spirit, body and mind. It is the essence of Olympism and is reflected in the values we find in and through sport, including: Health Ethics, fair play and honesty Athletes’ rights as set forth in the Code Excellence in performance Character and Education Fun and joy Teamwork Dedication and commitment Respect for rules and laws Respect for self and other Participants Courage Community and solidarity The spirit of sport is expressed in how we play true. The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) embodies these values – we believe in a clean and fair play, and doping stands in direct contradiction to what kickboxing represents. We encourage all kickboxers – not just Athletes, but coaches, administrators, medical personnel and all other members of the Athlete entourage – to take the time to review this section and get informed. Why is anti-doping important? Anti-doping rules exist to ensure fairness on the field of play. All rules and the fact that they are monitored and reinforced are designed to prevent any participant from taking an unfair advantage over another. The use of doping substances or methods to enhance performance is not only wrong, but are also harmful to Athletes’ mental and physical health. What is doping? According to the World Anti-Doping Code is defined as the occurrence of one or more of the following Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs). Most commonly, this means a presence of a prohibited substance in an Athlete’s sample collected during Doping Control. However, it’s not just a positive test that can result in a sanction. In fact, there are 11 Anti-Doping Rule Violations: Presence of a prohibited substance in an Athlete’s sample Use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or method Refusal to submit to sample collection after being notified Failure to file Athlete whereabouts information & missed tests Tampering with any part of the doping control process Possession of a prohibited substance or method Trafficking a prohibited substance or method Administering or attempting to administer a prohibited substance or method to an Athlete Complicity in an ADRV Prohibited association with sanctioned Athlete Support Personnel Discourage or Retaliate other Persons from reporting relevant Anti-Doping information to the authorities. Who is subject to the anti-doping rules? The first four Anti-Doping Rule Violations on the above list apply only to Athletes since they refer to the obligation not to take banned substances and the obligation to submit to testing. However, the remaining seven types of ADRVs apply to both the Athletes and the Athlete Support Personnel, such as coaches and team doctors, or anyone else working with the Athlete. National and International Federation administrators, officials and sample collection staff may also be liable for their conduct under the World Anti-Doping Code. Everybody involved in kickboxing must respect the World Anti-Doping Code and may be liable for committing an Anti-Doping Rule Violation. Who governs anti-doping? The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is the independent international body responsible for harmonizing anti-doping policies in all sports and all countries. The World Anti-Doping Code (Code) is the core document that harmonizes anti-doping policies, rules and regulations within sport organizations around the world. The Code is supplemented by 8 International Standards, including the Prohibited List that is updated at least annually. As a Signatory of the World Anti-Doping Code, WAKO is responsible for implementing an effective and Code-compliant anti-doping program for the sport of kickboxing. WAKO has therefore delegated the management of its clean sport activities to the International Testing Agency (ITA), an independent organisation that manages anti-doping programs on behalf of International Federations and Major Event Organisers. WAKO’s anti-doping program is not limited to doping controls, it also includes activities like Risk Assessment, management of Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) for international-level Athletes, Results Management and Education.