Setting up a National Federation in Singapore was a focal point during the meeting.

Representatives from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Olympic Council of Asia vice-president Gordon Tang were among those present at the meeting.  

"The week itself saw the UFC further delve into the region, hosting a PPV alongside a series of Road to UFC events in the lead-up to the event," Brown said.  

"Their dedication to developing the sport in the region is evident, and they want to continue to grow there."

A total of 20 member federations of the IMMAF across Asia are looking to get Government recognition.

There were also talks on how the IMMAF is supporting the performance centre in China.

"The performance centre already has one athlete that has come directly from an amateur background, and we would like to see that number grow significantly.

"To do that, we spoke about developing the competition structure in Asia and China to support the evolution of athletes from the very beginning."

Plans for introducing youth development and promoting the existing curriculum and educational courses in the region to improve the standard of referees, judges and coaches were discussed.

"The support from the UFC to help further the sport in Asia and generally is always appreciated.

"They understand the vision and what IMMAF wants to achieve for the sport on a grand scale; Olympic recognition and regulation of the sport to a high standard."