The 1st IA was held in Tokyo in 1981 to commemorate the United Nations' International Year of Disabled Persons. It received the wide support of both governmental and non-governmental organizations. His Imperial Highness, the Crown Prince (Present Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita of Japan) served as Patron of the 1st IA.
Alternative 10th IA host was decided!!
Host city: Metz , France
Provisional dates : March 23 to 26, 2023