Hendrik Wuest, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has announced that the 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in CologneRheinRuhr, Germany.[761183][646949][585638] In a statement, Wuest said that the CologneRheinRuhr bid was chosen as the host city for the 2028 Olympics due to its unique combination of sport, culture, and economic benefits.[761183][646949][585638] The announcement was made at a press conference in Gelsenkirchen, where Wuest said that the IOC was 'thrilled' to have CologneRheinRuhr on board as the host city.[761183][585638] The 2028 Summer Olympics will feature a record number of sports and a new format for the games, with the goal of making the Olympics more sustainable and inclusive.[761183][646949] The CologneRheinRuhr bid was seen as a major victory for Germany and the European region, with Wuest praising the city's 'passion' and 'dedication' to hosting the Olympics.[761183][646949][585638] The announcement is seen as a major boost for the German economy, with many experts predicting that the Olympics will bring in significant revenue and investment to the region.[761183][646949][585638] Wuest also announced that the IOC will be working closely with the city of CologneRheinRuhr to ensure that the Olympics are 'sustainable' and 'responsible' for the environment.[761183][646949] The CologneRheinRuhr bid was seen as a major challenge to the traditional host cities of Paris and Los Angeles, with many experts predicting that the Olympics will be more competitive than ever.[761183][646949][585638]