Acronym of FIBA

( International Basketball Federation ) The International Federation of basketball (French: Fédération Internationale de Basketball), which further stands for the French name it FIBA recognized. associative composed of national organizations that focuses on international competitions basketball monitor.

established in 18 June 1932

the federation had previously called Fédération Internationale de Basketball Amateur (and stands as FIBA) was known.

in the year 1989., the word amateur from the name of the official of the federation was removed, but the shortened name, remained intact.

task control and management of the international competitions under its jurisdiction is responsible.

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