Get ready, winter sports fans! 🏂⛸️
The city of Harbin, capital of northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the 9th Asian Winter Games from February 7 to 14, 2025.
Even though Harbin was chosen as the host city just recently in July 2023, they are speeding ahead with preparations. That’s only 18 months to get everything ready, but Harbin is up to the challenge! 🚄
Why is Harbin so confident?
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Everyone from the General Administration of Sport of China to the local organizing committee is working together seamlessly. When people cooperate, amazing things happen!
- Experienced Hosts: Harbin previously hosted the Asian Winter Games in 1996, and China held the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. They know how to put on a spectacular show! 🎆
- Winter Wonderland: Harbin is famous for its ice and snow festivals. The city turns into a glittering world of ice sculptures and snowy fun every year. ⛄❄️
Amazing Venues Ready to Go!
All five of the sports venues are already prepared. That means athletes can practice and events can be tested well before the Games begin. 🏟️
More Athletes Than Ever!
This year’s Games will welcome athletes from 34 countries and regions, the most ever for the Asian Winter Games. That means more friends to meet and cheer for! 🌏
Get Excited!
The theme of the Games is “Dream of Winter, Love among Asia”. It’s all about unity, friendship, and the joy of sports. So mark your calendars and get ready to watch some thrilling winter sports action! 🥇🎿
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Harbin's swift preparations shine for 2025 Asian Winter Games
cgtn.com
