Challenge of frugal and green Winter Olympics

The goal of the Chinese government is to integrate the 2022 Winter Games with sustainable development plans for the wider region.

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What to expect from Beijing Winter Games

As it becomes the first city ever to host both the Summer and Winter Olympics, I couldn't help wondering what to expect from the Games this time.

President Xi extends appreciation to IOC for trust and support

President Xi Jinping sent a letter of appreciation to International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach on Friday evening, expressing thanks to the IOC for its trust and support in selecting Beijing, together with Zhangjiakou, as the host of the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Vote on Winter Games host a 'first' and a 'last'

The IOC acknowledges that outside of the Games time it must respect the laws of sovereign states. It is not a world government.

Chinese athletes back Beijing's Games bid

Hosting Winter Olympic Games is a pragmatic goal for every athlete. July 31, 2015 is a day that all expect.

Bach: Facilities and sustainability key to winning 2022 bid

The vote to determine which city will host the 2022 Winter Olympics will come down to the quality of sports facilities for athletes and sustainability, said IOC president Thomas Bach Monday.

Beijing 2022 will usher in 'new era' of figure skating culture in China

To deliver Beijing 2022's pledge to host an athlete-centered Games, China's top winter Olympic athletes have played a key role in designing an Olympic and Paralympic Winter bid that prioritizes the athlete experience.

Snow not a problem for Beijing to host 2022 Winter Games

Snow won't be a problem for Beijing and co-bidder Zhangjiakou if they are awarded the right to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, according to ski industry experts.

Winter Olympics more than a Snow White tale

Lack of natural snow is considered as a challenge for Beijing's bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, while its sole competitor, Kazakhstan's Almaty, has plenty of natural snow and real winter conditions.

Bach expects more from candidate cities' presentations for 2022 Winter Games

The IOC president Thomas Bach said on Monday that he's expecting more for the coming presentations from Beijing and Almaty, the duo candidate cities for the 2022 Winter Games.

ISU chief believes in Beijing's ability to host Winter Games

International Skating Union chief Ottavio Cinquanta has praised China's work on the world figure skating championships and hailed Beijing's capability to host the Winter Olympic Games.