2nd Diplomatic Indoor Games2026

The 2nd Diplomatic Indoor Games 2026 brings diplomatic missions, high commissions, UN agencies, international organizations and government institutions together for two days of indoor competition in Dhaka.

Held over 21–22 August 2026 at ISD, Bashundhara R/A, the second edition expands the format with structured badminton and table tennis categories, a published draw and a closing ceremony recognising winners in every category.

The Games open the Sports Diplomacy Initiative 2026 — a programme that uses sport as a practical, informal channel for connection between missions and host institutions.

The initiative is designed to run as a season of events through the year, with the Indoor Games as its flagship opening fixture.

The event is hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, with GamePlay Limited as event management partner.

GamePlay handles competition design, officiating, draw management, participant operations and on-site delivery to institutional standards.

Participation is by nomination from accredited diplomatic missions in Dhaka, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and invited institutional partners.

Ambassadors, diplomats, embassy and high commission officials, UN agency staff and representatives of international organizations and government institutions are invited to enter.

Beyond competition, the Games create relaxed, structured space for engagement between missions, ministries and partner institutions.

Opening and closing ceremonies, shared hospitality areas and between-match sessions are built into the schedule to encourage conversation across delegations.