Get ready for a frosty celebration of sports and diplomacy! 🇨🇳 President Xi Jinping will headline the opening ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin – China’s iconic 'Ice City' – from Feb 7-14. The event promises a dazzling mix of athleticism and cultural flair, with over 2,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions competing in ice hockey, figure skating, and more. ❄️⛸️
Global leaders joining the ice-cool festivities include the Sultan of Brunei, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, and Pakistan’s Asif Ali Zardari. Thailand’s PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra and ROK’s National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik will also attend Xi’s welcome banquet. Talk about a *chilling* power meetup! 🥶✨
Pro tip for fans: Catch the ceremony live via China Media Group or follow Xinhuanet’s real-time photo/text updates. Harbin’s sub-zero temps won’t freeze the action – this is where winter sports meet Lunar New Year vibes in one glittering package. ❄️🏮 #ColdNeverLookedSoCool
