The Harbin Asian Winter Games have wrapped up with a dazzling display of sportsmanship and organization, setting a new benchmark for major multi-sport events in Asia. 🌟
Husain Al Musallam, Director General of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), praised the Games for their exceptional execution. \"Our athletes enjoyed competing here and wish to come back to Harbin. The rest of the world witnessed how Harbin managed to organize such a big event in just 18 months with not only successful facilities but also attention to detail for everybody,\" he shared.
Al Musallam also highlighted the advanced medical services available, stating, \"I've attended all the Asian Games since 1982, and I've also attended all the world championships in Asia. I've never seen such advanced technology in medical services.\" 🏥✨
Timothy Fok Tsun-ting, First Vice President of the OCA, noted the record-breaking participation with over 1,200 athletes from 34 countries and regions, marking the highest turnout in the event's history. Notably, Saudi Arabia and Cambodia made their Asian Winter Games debuts, adding even more excitement to the competition.
During China's eight-day Spring Festival holiday, Harbin was buzzing with over 12 million visits, a remarkable 20.4% increase from last year. 🎉
Zhang Haihua, Deputy Secretary-General of the organizing committee and Vice Mayor of Harbin, emphasized the city's hospitality with services like free mobile charging stations, ginger tea, and hot water available throughout the venues. 🍵📱
Looking ahead, Zhang shared plans for the post-Games legacy: \"We are encouraging venues to adopt flexible management models and improve digital services. The city will also host sports events in tourist resorts and commercial areas to expand the coverage of winter sports.\" This forward-thinking approach ensures that the spirit of the Games will continue to inspire and engage the community long after the final event.
