In the framework of the 20th FIEPS European Congress 2026, hosted by University of Elbasan “Aleksandër Xhuvani” and co-organized with the Albanian Sports Science Association (ASSA), important official meetings were held with leading representatives of European sport, physical education, and higher education institutions.
The meetings were organized under the invitation and leadership of Elvira Fetahu, Rector of the University of Elbasan “Aleksandër Xhuvani”.
Among the distinguished participants were:
🔹 Dario Novak
President of FIEPS Europe
🔹 Branislav Antala
Vice President of FIEPS Europe
🔹 Gabriela Luptáková
General Secretary of FIEPS Europe
🔹 Florian Muça
President of the Albanian Sports Science Association (ASSA)

The discussions focused on strengthening international institutional cooperation, developing joint scientific research projects within the ECHE framework, expanding academic mobility opportunities for students and academic staff, and creating new strategic partnerships in the fields of sport sciences, physical education, health, and innovation.
🤝 ASSA proudly continues its mission of connecting Albanian sport science with the European academic and research community, contributing to sustainable development through education, physical activity, and international collaboration.
📍 20th FIEPS European Congress 2026
📅 1–2 May 2026
📍 Elbasan, Albania

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