Asian Games Federation
The Asian Games Federation (AGF) was the governing body of sports in Asia from 1949 to 1982. The federation was disbanded on 16 November 1982 in New Delhi and succeeded by the Olympic Council of Asia. The AGF was responsible for the organisation of the Asian Games from 1951 to 1982. The Federation was established on 13 February 1949, in a meeting held in Patiala House in New Delhi.
| Abbreviation | AGF |
|---|---|
| Successor | Olympic Council of Asia |
| Formation | 13 February 1949 |
| Dissolved | 16 November 1982 |
| Type | Sports federation |
| Purpose | Organizing the Asian Games |
Region served | Asia |
Membership | Asian National Olympic Committees |
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