International Law Review

International Law Review

The International Responsibility of States for Systematic Doping

Document Type : academic

Authors
mehryar dashab 1
Hamid Elohi Nazari 2
sepehr saremi 3
1 Assistant Prof. Department of Public Law, Faculty of Law and Political Science, University of Allameh Tabataba’i, Tehran
2 Assistant Prof. Faculty of Law and Political Science, University of Tehran,
3 Ph.D. in international law, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran
10.22066/cilamag.2025.2053901.2695
Abstract


Without a doubt, Russia's systematic doping scandal had an unprecedented and significant impact on the global anti-doping system, leading to numerous reforms within the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). This scandal not only exposed serious deficiencies in the enforcement mechanisms of international anti-doping frameworks but also highlighted the urgent need for stronger state accountability in combating doping. In response to the crisis, WADA undertook various measures to enhance the effectiveness and credibility of its operations.
One major outcome was the launch of the Speak Up platform on March 9, 2017, which provides a secure channel for whistleblowers like Grigory Rodchenkov to report doping violations confidentially. Another key development was the adoption of the International Standard for Compliance by Signatories, which establishes mandatory international standards as part of the World Anti-Doping Program. This document aims to set clear frameworks and procedures to ensure that signatories fully comply with the World Anti-Doping Code. These reforms underscore WADA’s commitment to strengthening anti-doping efforts globally.
Keywords
Organized Doping
International Responsibility of States
UNESCO Convention
Russian Federation
International Sports Law
Rodchenkov Act
International Cooperation
Subjects
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  • Receive Date 24 February 2025
  • Revise Date 04 May 2025
  • Accept Date 06 May 2025