SCIO press conference on preparations for The World Games 2025 Chengdu

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Speakers:

Mr. Li Jing, vice president of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu, and vice minister of the General Administration of Sport of China

Mr. Yang Xingping, vice president of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu, and vice governor of Sichuan province

Mr. Wang Fengchao, vice president and secretary general of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu, and mayor of Chengdu

Chairperson:

Mr. Zhou Jianshe, deputy director general of the Press Bureau of the State Council Information Office (SCIO) and spokesperson of the SCIO

Date:

April 29, 2025

Zhou Jianshe:

Ladies and gentlemen, good morning. Welcome to this press conference held by the State Council Information Office (SCIO). The 12th edition of The World Games (TWG) will take place in Chengdu, Sichuan province. As we mark the 100-day countdown to The World Games 2025 Chengdu, we are delighted to have with us today Mr. Li Jing, vice president of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu and vice minister of the General Administration of Sport of China; Mr. Yang Xingping, vice president of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu and vice governor of Sichuan province; and Mr. Wang Fengchao, vice president and secretary general of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu as well as mayor of Chengdu. They will brief you on the preparations for TWG 2025 Chengdu and take your questions.

First, I'll give the floor to Mr. Li for his introduction.

Li Jing:

Hello! Today marks the 100-day countdown to TWG 2025 Chengdu. On behalf of the General Administration of Sport of China and the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your longstanding concern, support and contributions to the development of sports.

The World Games represent the highest-level international multi-sport event for non-Olympic disciplines. The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the State Council attach great importance to the preparations for TWG 2025 Chengdu, incorporating this endeavor into this year's government work report. Successfully hosting TWG 2025 Chengdu holds significant importance in advancing the Healthy China initiative and building China into a leading sporting nation. It also plays a vital role in promoting economic and social development, enhancing mutual learning among civilizations, and contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.

Next, I will focus on introducing the organization of the competitions and the participation of the Chinese delegation in The World Games.

First, the organization of the competition is proceeding to a high standard.

TWG 2025 Chengdu will feature 34 sports, 60 disciplines and 255 events. The General Administration of Sport of China, in collaboration with Sichuan province and the city of Chengdu, has been implementing the principles of hosting a "green, inclusive, open and clean" Games, as well as the requirements of a "simple, safe and splendid" event throughout the entire preparation process. The venue layout has been finalized, with 27 venues designated to host competitions. Competition teams have been established for 21 of these venues, and professionals with strong expertise and extensive event-organizing experience have been appointed to ensure smooth venue operations. The daily competition schedule has also largely been finalized. The softball and floorball events will kick off one day before the opening ceremony.

We've organized and completed 25 test activities based on domestic and international events. These have effectively verified our preparations in key areas, including equipment and facilities, organizational operations, timing and scoring, local support and command coordination. This has laid a solid foundation for the smooth operation of the event.

Second, efforts to organize team participation are well underway.

The Chinese delegation will compete with full strength in these Games. The General Administration of Sport is steadily progressing in forming our national delegation. So far, China has qualified for 28 major events and 152 sub-events, with about 330 athletes expected to compete. This will be the largest Chinese delegation ever at TWG, both in terms of events and the number of athletes.

The slogan of TWG 2025 Chengdu is "Boundless Sports, Countless Wonders." Our Chinese athletes will fully embody this spirit. They come from all walks of life, bringing different backgrounds and vibrant energy. We've got professional athletes from our national sports system, but also outstanding competitors from universities, businesses, public institutions and community sports clubs. We even have para-athletes in freediving, ju-jitsu, and archery selected by the China Disabled Persons' Federation. They'll compete fairly with athletes from around the world on the field and engage in friendly exchanges off the field. They will fully showcase how far China has come in sports development, particularly in non-Olympic sports, and demonstrate the spirit and energy of Chinese athletes. The General Administration of Sport and the China Disabled Persons' Federation will make sure the athletes get all the support they need during these final preparation stages. We're striving for excellence, not just in terms of athletic performance, but also in promoting sportsmanship.

We look forward to your continued coverage and support as we gear up for TWG 2025 Chengdu. Thank you.

Zhou Jianshe:

Thank you very much for that excellent overview. Now I'll hand things over to Mr. Yang.