KRASNOYARSK, Russia, Feb. 26 (Xinhua) -- The technical committee of International University Sports Federation (FISU) met in Krasnoyarsk, recognising that all the venues in 11 sports are ready to stage the 2019 version of Winter Universiade.

FISU officials and leaders of local organising committee learned from reports by technical chairs across 11 sports, and unequivocally confirmed the readiness of all the relevant venues to host the Universiade. During the meeting, medical services, transportation and logistics for the athletes and officials, as well as the work of the sports venue personnel were discussed.

"We have done a lot of teamwork that is coming to an end while the spectacular sports event we have been working on for five years is about to start," said Oleg Matytsin, FISU President at the meeting.

"I am sure that the result gained will be appreciated by all the athletes and guests of the Winter Universiade 2019. They will undoubtedly get much pleasure from the warm welcome and quality of the competitions. However, the most valuable thing for us is the knowledge that Krasnoyarsk citizens will get at this major international event. It is very important not only to preserve this legacy but also to pass on the experience to the organisers of the future Universiades."

The organiser of the 2019 Winter Universiade also expressed their will to share the experience of hosting an international sports event. Representatives for 2021 Winter Unversiade host Lucerne, Switzerland and the 2023 hosts from Lake Placid, USA will come to Krasnoyarsk to witness the working process of organising the Winter Universiade.