The meeting of South American branch chiefs took place on September 19, 2026 – the day before the South American Kudo Championships.

Date and Time: September 19, 2026, 14:30–15:45
Venue: Branch meeting room (Belo Horizonte, Brazil)
Participating Countries: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, USA
Chairperson: Carlos Torres (KIF Board Member, Brazil Representative)

The following reports and information were shared:
1. Reports from KIF
(1) Eligibility for participation in KIF-sanctioned international tournaments
(2) The 2027 World Kudo Championship
(3) Promotion of National Federation (NF) establishment
(4) Quick-wrap hand wraps for trial use in Masters matches
2. Requests from participating countries
3. Other matters

We will report on the South American Kudo Championship separately.