The 2006 FIVB Women's World Championship was held in Japan, from October 31 to November 16, 2006. This was the 15th edition of the FIVB World Championship, and the FIVB decided to host both men´s and women's championships in the same country.
Like the previous edition, 24 teams participated in the Tournament.
Read more about 2006 FIVB Women's World Championship: Competing Nations, Venues, Final Round, Final Standings, Individual Awards
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