Shou Xiaoli:

Thanks to all the speakers for the introduction. Now, you're welcome to raise questions. Please identify your media outlet before raising your questions. Now, the floor is open for questions.

CCTV:

My question is for Mr. Zhou. The setup of the Asian Games events also has many characteristics and features. Compared with previous Asian Games, what are the considerations of Hangzhou as the host city for the design? What are the highlights? Thank you.

Zhou Jinqiang:

Thank you for your questions. According to the requirements of the Olympic Council of Asia, we have also jointly consulted with Asian federations. Considering the characteristics of economic, social, and cultural development in Zhejiang, we have set 40 sports, 61 disciplines, and 483 events for the Hangzhou Asian Games. These include most of the Olympic events, such as track and field, swimming, and other major events, and feature events including martial arts, sepak takraw, cricket, kurash, and jujitsu, which represent the sports culture of East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and West Asia. There are also emerging events such as skateboarding, sport climbing, and esports , which are popular among teenagers. These events both demonstrate Olympic elements and offer an opportunity for Asian countries and regions to present their own features of sports culture, fully illustrating the diversity and inclusiveness of Asian sports culture. Thank you!