Words from Mr. Kwiecinski for the 34th WTKF European Championship

It is a pleasure to see that in just five years All-RTKF has gone a long way in the development of educational component of Traditional Karate Do. I’m really happy to see that the leaders of All-RTKF deeply understand and promote this important aspect of Traditional Karate Do, its impact on personal development. The best proof of this successful promotion is the organization of III International Budo-Conference during the European Championship WTKF.

I cannot ignore the fact that 34 European Championship in Russia will be held against the background of crisis processes within the federation, the governing of which is my responsibility. The political intrigues of some national leaders have led to the fact that on this holiday of traditional karate-do we will miss some of the best and most numerous European teams. I am grateful to All-RTKF, its President Mr. Pavel Chernousov, as well as all the presidents of national federations-members of WTKF, who remained true to the principles of Budo in this difficult situation and with honor stood the test of strength. I am sure this will be the beginning of a new stage in the history of WTKF, where we are waiting for impressive successes.

I congratulate Russian karatekas on the high achievements in the development of healthy lifestyle culture and health improvement of Russians and wish them further success in spreading Traditional Karate Do in their country.

Yours sincerely,

Wlodzimierz Kwiecinski, 8 Dan,

WTKF President