I. Asian Games
Hangzhou Asian Games, also known as "Hangzhou19 Asian Games in 2022", is the highest-level international comprehensive sports event in Asia. It was originally scheduled to be held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang on September 25, 2022, but due to various reasons, the event was postponed to September 23-June 2023 10 8. There are 40 events in Hangzhou Asian Games, including 365,438+0 Olympic events and 9 non-Olympic events.
In addition, 45 countries and regions will participate in the Hangzhou Asian Games, and it is estimated that 10500 athletes will participate. As the symbol of the Games, the symbol of the Asian Games in Hangzhou takes "Moisturizing the East" as the theme, adopts the form of water droplets, and combines the regional characteristics and cultural connotation of Hangzhou, implying the concept of harmony, tolerance, mobility and environmental protection.
In terms of preparation, the Hangzhou Asian Games has identified the competition venues and facilities, including the newly-built main stadium of the Olympic Sports Center and Binjiang Gymnasium. At the same time, the organizing committee has announced the preliminary plan for the opening and closing ceremonies, which will show the unique China culture and Hangzhou characteristics.
Second, the significance and spirit of the Asian Games.
1, the Asian Games aims to enhance the spirit of regional cooperation, enhance mutual understanding and friendship through sports competitions and promote regional peace, stability and prosperity.
2. The Asian Games promoted the development of Asian sports level and sports culture, attracted Asian athletes and coaches, and improved the overall level of Asian sports level.
The Asian Games embodies the spirit of fairness, justice, friendship and cooperation. Countries participate on an equal footing and show their strength and level, instead of competing and occupying through war.
4. The spiritual core of the Asian Games includes the team spirit of mutual support and common progress, and the green, intelligent, thrifty and civilized concept of hosting the Games. Hosting the Asian Games has many benefits for a city, such as enhancing its international reputation, promoting all-round economic and social development and spreading the Olympic spirit.