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Ice meets fire in Harbin! Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off the 9th Asian Winter Games on Friday with a grand opening ceremony in China's northeastern 'Ice City.' The event dazzled spectators with a solemn flag-raising ritual and a stirring rendition of China's national anthem, blending tradition with winter sports energy.
Over 1,000 athletes from 26 countries and regions will compete in events like ice hockey and figure skating, showcasing Asia's passion for winter sports . The ceremony also featured a stunning cultural performance highlighting Heilongjiang Province's heritage, complete with digital projections that turned the arena into a snowy wonderland.
Fun fact: This is the first time China has hosted the Asian Winter Games since 2017 – and they're pulling out all the stops! Local residents have transformed the city into a winter paradise, with ice sculptures and LED displays lining the streets .
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Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off the 9th Asian Winter Games on Friday with a grand opening ceremony in China's northeastern 'Ice City.' The event dazzled spectators with a solemn flag-raising ritual and a stirring rendition of China's national anthem, blending tradition with winter sports energy.
. The ceremony also featured a stunning cultural performance highlighting Heilongjiang Province's heritage, complete with digital projections that turned the arena into a snowy wonderland.
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