Thomas Bach
Thomas Bach is the current President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), having held the position since September 2013. A former Olympic fencer, Bach has been instrumental in promoting the Olympic values of peace, unity, and progress. He has emphasized the importance of collaboration among nations and has praised China's efforts in fostering international cooperation through events like the Asian Winter Games, where sports serve as a medium for cultural exchange and mutual understanding.
Born on Dec 29, 1963 (62 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estonia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 1,191 | $31,000 | 28$ |
| Japan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 126,476,461 | 103,754 | $5,000,000 | 4,102$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 9,312 | $89,000 | 76$ |
| Totals | 3 | 138,650,910 | 114,257 | $5,120,000 | 4,206$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Dominican Republic:
Thomas Bach was the president of the International Olympic Committee who supported Luisín Mejía's candidacy for membership.
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Japan:
Thomas Bach, the former IOC president, is mentioned in relation to the Sochi Olympics.
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Estonia:
Thomas Bach was succeeded by Kirsty Coventry as the president of the IOC in June 2025.
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Germany:
Thomas Bach led the IOC in a style reminiscent of a Prussian general.
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Switzerland:
Thomas Bach was succeeded by Kirsty Coventry as the President of the International Olympic Committee.
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China:
IOC President Thomas Bach noted the spirit of the athletes at the Winter Olympics.
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China:
Thomas Bach noted the spirit of the Year of the Horse aligns with the determination of athletes at the Winter Olympics.
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China:
IOC President Thomas Bach noted the spirit of the Year of the Horse aligns with athletes' determination.
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Kenya:
Gu Ailing talks with International Olympic Committee Honorary President for Life Thomas Bach after the freestyle skiing women's freeski big air final.
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China:
Thomas Bach is the honorary president of the International Olympic Committee and has praised China's contributions to the Olympic movement.
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