Harbin: With less than a week remaining before the official opening of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, the torch relay for the event is set to commence in the “Ice City” on Monday. The relay will be conducted over a single day, covering a distance of approximately 11 kilometers. It will feature a launch ceremony, a closing ceremony, and community performances along the route.
According to Namibia Press Agency, Li Na, head of the Torchbearer and Volunteer Management Team of the Torch Relay Command Center, emphasized the inclusiveness, representation, and fairness in the selection of torchbearers. Participants include members from the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), the Chinese Olympic Committee, the AWG organizing committee, various cities across Heilongjiang Province, and representatives from sponsor enterprises. A total of 120 torchbearers are expected to take part in the event.
The torch relay path has been planned to pass through multiple landmarks in Harbin. It aims to be simple, safe, and spectacular while highlighting the natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and urban charm of the host city.
The ninth Asian Winter Games will be held in Harbin from February 7 to 14. With over 1,270 athletes from 34 countries and regions across Asia participating, this edition marks the largest in terms of participating delegations and athletes.
