Sports aren't just about medals and stadiumsโthey're bridges between nations, and Russia and China are building a powerful connection through athletics, according to International Boxing Association (IBA) President Umar Kremlev. ๐ฅ
Kremlev, traveling with Russian President Vladimir Putin's delegation to China, told CGTN that collaboration between the two countries sets a \"positive example for the world\" and proves sports can transcend politics. ๐โจ
\"Sport unites humanity,\" he emphasized, highlighting boxing's growing popularity in Asia and Russia's support for athletes. The visit comes amid deepening cultural exchanges between the nations, with youth sports programs and martial arts festivals gaining traction.
Could this be a new era of #SoftPowerDiplomacy? ๐ค From joint training camps to cross-border e-sports tournaments, young people are at the heart of this evolving relationship. Stay tuned as we track how punches and partnerships shape global unity! ๐๐ฅ
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IBA President: Sports help enhance ties between Russia and China
cgtn.com