Both organisations will work together to organise multiple seminars and training events for coaches, managers and technical officials, with the ITU offering operational and technical support.

Joint educational initiatives to protect sport against the dangers of doping and violence will be set up.

ITU and FISU will also look promote sustainability, fair-play and integrity and join the fight against all forms of racism in sport.

"The aim of this agreement is to continue growing our sport together," said ITU President Marisol Casado, who is a member of the International Olympic Committee.

"We are constantly focusing on the development of triathlon, which includes identifying new and young talent across the world, so FISU is an ideal partner for that goal."

Continuing with the promotion and development of triathlon worldwide, FISU suggests that university competitions can be used by ITU as a development platform for experimenting with new rules and testing new equipment.

The 13th World University Triathlon Championships are due to take place in Nyon in Switzerland this year from August 5 to 7.

The National University Sport Federations will select a maximum of six athletes per country and per gender for the Championships. 

First held in 1989 with 254 participants, the Nyon Triathlon is now the biggest triathlon in Switzerland, bringing together more than 2,200 athletes and almost 700 volunteers.

The World University Triathlon Championships are due to be held alongside an age group race, showcasing various levels of triathlon.