1967. In 1993, the EKU changed its name to the European Karate Federation. Since 1997, Spain's Antonio Espinos has served as president. (He has also been the President of the World Karate Federation since 1998). References External links Europe Karate Federation official website World Karate Federation official website More than 50 Affiliated Countries Statutes of the EKF Sports organizations established in 1963 Karate organizations Karate Organisations based in Madrid 1963 establishments in Europe