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[quote=BLUESKY001,271281]International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge stressed that IOC is "a sporting, not a political association."

Rogue revealed his stance on  the recent controversy caused by Steven Spielberg's decision to withdraw as artistic consultant to the Beijing Olympics.

He said : "I do not fear a boycott because most statesmen well know that boycotts only punish those doing the boycotting,"

Rogge told broadcaster France 24 that it was not for the organization (IOC) to play a political role.  His insisted " one should not call on IOC to solve the world's problem."

As to Spielberg's boycott, Rogge stated : " "His absence will not harm the quality of the Games. The Beijing Games are much stronger than individuals,"

Later on Wednesday,British Foreign Secretary David Miliband also showed his strong support for Beijing Olmpics. He said  that boycotting the Beijing Olympic Games is not the right way to take.

"Everything we have seen and read suggests that preparations are proceeding in an excellent way. We very much look forward to a very successful Olympics, successful for China and successful for the world. We certainly believe that boycotts are not a right way," Miliband said in an interview with Chinese reporters in London before his visit to China.

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