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sport and fair play are a way of existence for man and perhaps the only way for a
happy society.
We shall be reminding all governments and the world at large that above all economic
systems which they study and design, above all their technical achievements
and pursuits, above all their racial differences, they should give priority to
the cultivation of sport and the sporting spirit, if they truly wish to create more
happy communities. I am convinced that in a spirit of deep understanding and
love we shall be able to cooperate and celebrate together, since we share common
objectives and aspirations.
The theme of this Academy's Session, «The different application of Olympism
in the major cultural zones of the world», is highly topical and I am certain that valuable
conclusions and ideas for all of us will result from your deliberations.
Thanking you all for your generous and valuable presence, I declare open the
33rd Session of the International Olympic Academy.
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