🏟️ From the Beijing Winter Olympics to the Hangzhou Asian Games, China has become a global hub for mega-sporting events – and IOC President Thomas Bach sees this as just the beginning. In an exclusive interview with CMG, Bach highlighted China's 'incredible contributions' to the Olympic movement, calling its recent events 'a blueprint for uniting the world through sports.'
🌟 'When you see athletes from all APEC members competing in Harbin or Chengdu, you feel the power of sports diplomacy,' Bach said, referencing China's upcoming Asian Winter Games. He praised the Chinese mainland's infrastructure investments, noting how venues like Beijing's 'Ice Ribbon' are creating legacies for future generations.
🤝 Looking ahead, Bach revealed plans to expand athlete exchange programs and green initiatives modeled after Hangzhou's carbon-neutral Asian Games. 'The digital innovation we've seen here – from AI-powered training systems to virtual fan engagement – could redefine global sports,' he added, smile emoji-worthy enthusiasm practically jumping off the screen.
