Jakarta, March 12 -- The Indonesian Sport Climbing Federation (FPTI) pledged protection for athletes who alleged sexual harassment and physical abuse by a national team head coach, saying victims' identities will remain confidential during an ongoing investigation.

Federation chair Yenny Wahid said the organization was prioritizing the safety and privacy of the athletes while authorities review the allegations involving members of Indonesia's sport climbing program.

"We are providing maximum protection to the athletes and therefore keeping their identities confidential because they are victims," Yenny told reporters in Jakarta on Wednesday.

She added that revealing their identities could expose them to social stigma and further harm, s...