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FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s leadership was back in the spotlight on Wednesday, with a BBC report revealing that a number of World Motor Sport Council members were denied access to its latest meeting
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s leadership came under scrutiny due to a dispute with senior figures in the governing body, as reported by the BBC. Several World Motor Sport Council members were barred from a meeting for refusing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). The proposed NDA aimed to restrict the discussion of FIA matters outside official meetings. The FIA defended the move, stating the importance of confidentiality to protect their regulatory interests. Ben Sulayem’s concerns about information leaks prompted the push for stronger NDAs.
Despite potential legal challenges, the FIA maintains that the WMSC meeting was valid and followed FIA statutes. Apart from confirming new F1 rules, the meeting discussed restructuring FIA bodies for clarity and efficiency. A working group will propose a simplified structure at the next meeting in June. The controversy underscores the ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and governance within the FIA.
