The NOC Malaysia proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Norza Zakaria as the Chair of the Ethics Commission of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) effective from Wednesday, 22 October 2025.
The ISSA is an international sports organisation operating under the umbrella of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Established in 1985, ISSA aims to promote solidarity, friendship and cooperation among Muslim nations through sports, serving as a platform to strengthen unity and advance the development of sports across the Islamic world.
The appointment of Dr. Norza Zakaria to this distinguished position was personally endorsed by HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al-Faisal, President of ISSA, who also serves as the President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Minister of Sport for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Norza Zakaria, who currently serves as Vice President of OCA for Southeast Asia Zone, Honorary Life President of Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM), Honorary President of Badminton Asia and Council Member of Badminton World Federation (BWF), has been entrusted by the ISSA leadership, under the presidency of HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al-Faisal, to chair the newly established Ethics Commission, in recognition of his extensive experience, integrity and steadfast commitment to the principles of ethics and good governance in sport.
The newly established ISSA Ethics Commission will be responsible for overseeing all matters related to ethical conduct and governance, ensuring the sustainability, effectiveness and integrity of the Islamic Sports Movement, particularly the Islamic Solidarity Games, which continues to attract strong participation and interest from all 57 member NOCs of ISSA.
The Commission will also be supported by two (2) distinguished members namely Dr. Boubakari Maiga, Head of the Youth and Sports Department of the OIC and HE Shaikha Dr. Hussa Bint Khalid Al-Khalifa, Member of the Board of Directors of the NOC Bahrain.
“I am truly humbled, honoured and privileged by this appointment as Chair of the newly established ISSA Ethnics Commission” said Dr. Norza Zakaria.
“I have personally conveyed my heartfelt appreciation HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al-Faisal during a special audience on the 22nd October 2025”.
“I look forward to contributing my experience and expertise towards strengthening the governance and ethical foundations of the Islamic Sports Movement. Furthermore, I have assured that as one of the 57 esteemed member NOCs of ISSA, NOC Malaysia remains fully committed to playing a proactive and supportive role under the visionary leadership of HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al-Faisal” he added.
Source: OCM Website Press Release