Jalood, who was elected in the summer of 2022, says the federation is looking to "accelerate the growth of weightlifting in line with the principles and values set out in our revised constitution."

"The positive and active engagement of our IWF continental federations will be crucial to achieving our objectives to shape a new and thriving future for weightlifting on a global scale," said Jalood.

"Our continental colleagues are the ones driving the majority of development in our sport. 

"We are excited to work together to accelerate the growth of weightlifting in line with the principles and values set out in our revised Constitution."

Jalood's election was under scrutiny after Yousef Al Mana argued that Jalood had withdrawn.

When the Electoral Commission ruled in favour of Jalood, Al Mana withdrew, with Jalood declared IWF President without a count.

The meeting occurred on Friday (February 10) in the main office of the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI), with discussions extending throughout the weekend on necessary improvements to the sport across the five continents.

CONI President Giovanni Malago, who hosted the 12-person delegation, heavily praised the direction the sport was taking towards creating a future for weightlifting.

The International Olympic Committee has been critical of the IWF's governance over the past two years, with weightlifting currently absent from the initial sports programme for Los Angeles 2028.