Shou Xiaoli:

Please continue to raise questions. We have time for one last question.

China News Service:

Arrival and departure services are a key indicator of an event's organizational efficiency and overall service quality. What are the main features of the arrival and departure services for the upcoming 9th Asian Winter Games? How will you enhance services for the athletes and delegates? Thank you.

Zhang Haihua:

Arrival and departure services are crucial because they shape the first impression and lasting memories of athletes and delegates at the Asian Winter Games. The organizing committee places great emphasis on this aspect, aiming to provide convenient, efficient and attentive services for all groups involved. Our efforts are focused on the following key areas:

First, we've established an arrival and departure services command center led by provincial and municipal officials, with full support from civil aviation, railways, transportation, registration and other relevant departments. A dedicated service team has been set up and an arrival and departure information management system has been developed to provide strong technical support. We've also formulated special policies and facilitation measures for arrival and departure services. For example, a direct air route between Harbin and Hong Kong was launched on June 2, and more routes are being opened to make it easier for our guests to travel to Harbin.

Arrival and departure services for the Games will be provided from January 27 to February 17, 2025. During this period, based on the arrival and departure schedules of athletes and delegates, dedicated channels will be set up at Harbin Taiping International Airport and the key railway stations (Harbin Railway Station, Harbin West Railway Station and Yabuli West Station ). Specialized teams will assist with services such as entry assistance, identity accreditation and activation, process guidance, information consultations, transportation and advance baggage check-in. Necessary services will also be available at recommended entry and exit points in Beijing and Shanghai. For groups needing transportation between Harbin's downtown area and the Yabuli competition area, high-speed railway will provide reliable service. Arrival and departure service desks will be available at airports, railway stations, the Athletes' Village, the Technical Officials' Village, media hotels and the National and Regional Olympic Committee Service Center. These desks will assist with arrival and departure inquiries as well as help with completing or updating necessary documentation.

Next, we will accelerate preparations by conducting on-site practice at airports, railway stations and other key venues. We will also formulate and distribute to all relevant parties the Harbin Asian Winter Games Arrival and Departure Guide. Emergency drills will be held to address extreme weather conditions such as blizzards, low temperatures and freezing. We are committed to ensuring smooth arrival and departure services throughout the Games, with the goal of delivering an event that is streamlined, safe and spectacular. Thank you!

Shou Xiaoli:

Thank you to all the speakers and journalists. That concludes today's press conference. Goodbye!

Translated and edited by Liu Caiyi, Wang Ziteng, Zhou Jing, Huang Shan, Chen Xinyan, Ma Yujia, Zhang Junmian, Wang Wei, Wang Xingguang, Lin Liyao, Li Xiao, Li Huiru, Liu Jianing, Wang Qian, Zhang Tingting, Jay Birbeck, David Ball and Rochelle Beiersdorfer. In case of any discrepancy between the English and Chinese texts, the Chinese version is deemed to prevail.