The World Karate Federation (WKF) significantly enhanced its clean sport initiatives in 2025 by expanding educational outreach programs. Collaborating with the International Testing Agency (ITA) and national anti-doping organizations, the WKF delivered numerous seminars, workshops, and interactive learning tools, reaching over 800 participants globally. Key focus areas included athlete rights, prohibited substances, and therapeutic use exemptions. The federation's commitment to long-term leadership is demonstrated through the International Clean Sport Educator Program, with athletes like Douglas Brosere serving as mentors. WKF President Antonio Espinós emphasized the organization's dedication to a clean and fair future for karate.

The World Karate Federation's (WKF) 'Guardian Girls' programme, aimed at empowering women coaches and tackling gender-based violence, has significantly expanded in 2025, reaching over 30 countries across Asia, the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Oceania. Supported by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the initiative focuses on long-term sustainability, scientific validation, and relies on national federations for continued success. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has recognized the programme's effectiveness in reducing the gender gap in coaching.

The 106's Supervisory Board met in Cairo during the World Senior Championships to refine its strategy for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic bid. The meeting, led by WKF CEO Sara Wolff, assessed recent discussions with the Brisbane Organising Committee, emphasizing karate's global appeal and competitive level. WKF President Antonio Espinós highlighted the board's role in showcasing karate's value to the Olympic movement. The federation aims for a successful return to the Olympic program in 2032.

Gilles Cherdieu was elected president of the French Karate Federation, ending Francis Didier's 25-year leadership with 75% of the vote. Didier had previously supported Verfaillie in a controversial election in 2024, which the French National Olympic Committee did not recognize. Didier later admitted to using federation resources to support Verfaillie's campaign, including transferring funds and reactivating the federation's magazine. Cherdieu inherits financial difficulties, with the federation reporting significant losses in recent years despite substantial revenue.

The President of the 106 criticized the IOC's lack of transparency, particularly regarding the exclusion of karate from the Paris 2024 program. He expressed dissatisfaction with the decision-making process, highlighting the absence of clear reasoning. Espinós also discussed the WKF's efforts to include karate in the Brisbane 2032 Games. Furthermore, he announced that Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete in team events starting January 1st, with the ultimate goal of full representation in the future. The WKF is also considering hosting international events in Russia and Belarus.