How does a member association become suspended according to the FIFA Congress?

A member association can be suspended by a request made by the FIFA Council, which is a key governing body of FIFA responsible for overseeing the administration of the organization. This process reflects the authority the Council holds in managing and ensuring compliance among member associations with FIFA's statutes and regulations.

The suspension serves as a formal action when a member association fails to adhere to FIFA's rules, such as issues related to governance, finances, or engagement in disputes that affect the integrity of the game. The Council's involvement signifies that this decision is made at a level that encompasses broader governance and oversight considerations, rather than being left to a vote or consensus-based approach among all member associations.

In contrast, achieving suspension through a simple majority vote, unanimous agreement, or a two-thirds vote would imply a more democratic and participatory process among the members, which is not how FIFA's governance is structured when it comes to significant disciplinary actions like suspensions.