Ninth Asian Winter Games kick off in China

2025 Asian Winter Games Kick Off With Grand Opening in Harbin, China - TaiwanPlus News
Asian Winter Games have officially kicked off in Harbin, China. This year, Taiwan is sending its largest team ever to the event, with a total of 67 athletes competing in sports including hockey, figure skating and curling.
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Games South Korea's Kim Kyeong-ae (R) and Seong Ji-hoon are in action during the mixed doubles curling final against Japan at the Asian Winter Games at the Harbin Pingfang Curling Arena on Feb. 8, 2025.
China dominates with six golds on day 4 of Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games
Gao Tingyu (L), Lian Ziwen (C) and Ning Zhongyan of China pose during the awarding ceremony after the men's team sprint final match of the speed skating event at the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Feb. 10, 2025. Photo: Xinhua
Asian Winter Games can drive Harbin's development
Harbin could consolidate its position as one of the world's leading winter tourism destinations. If used properly, this edition of the Asian Winter Games could be a turning point for the city and the rest of the northeast region, transforming it into a global center for winter sports and ice and snow-related tourism.
9th Asian Winter Games opens in northeastern Chinese city of Harbin
President Asif Ali Zardari also attended the opening ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games, 2025 in Harbin, China. Chinese President Xi Jing Ping welcomed President Asif Ali Zardari upon his arrival at the state banquet before the opening ceremony.
The 9th Asian Winter Games Harbin to Open with Creative Ceremony
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China dominates snowboard Big Air at Harbin Asian Winter Games
China's Zhang Xiaonan, Yang Wenlong, Jiang Xinjie, and Xiong Shirui (from left to right) celebrate after the women's and men's snowboard big air final match at the 9th Asian Winter Games in Yabuli, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province,
IOC President Highlights Olympic Legacy at Asian Winter Games
Games are officially open. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), attended the welcoming banquet and participated in a special recognition ceremony. During the event, he met with China Media Group and formally handed over the broadcast rights for Milan 2026—the next Winter Olympics.
Asian Winter Games kick off in Harbin with 34 countries set to compete.
Asian Winter Games began with an opening ceremony in Harbin, China, featuring 34 participating countries across 11 sports.
(LEAD) 9th Asian Winter Games kick off in China
The ninth Asian Winter Games opened in the northeastern Chinese city of Harbin on Friday with a celebration of athletes from across the continent. Hosting the Winter Asiad for the second time under the motto,
Xi attends opening of Asian Winter Games in China's icy Harbin
China kicked off the ninth Asian Winter Games in Harbin on Friday with a flashy opening ceremony attended by President Xi Jinping and other dignitaries in sub-zero conditions. The Asian Winter Games are being held for the first time since 2017.
Ice, snow technological innovation elevates Asian Winter Games
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Asia's Unity, Progress, Passion Seen At Big Party Of 'Erbin' Asian Winter Games: Global Times Editorial
The 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin unite Asia through sports, culture, and diplomacy, showcasing China's winter sports growth.Beijing, Ch ...