August 05, 2008
Rogge lauds China’s transformation
Posted by: Martin : Category: News
Four days before the opening ceremony, IOC president Jacques Rogge said the Beijing Olympics will be a historic milestone, affirming China’s transformation on the world stage.
In a speech at the opening ceremony of the Olympic body, Rogge steered clear of any of the contentious issues surrounding the games such as human rights, air pollution and media freedoms. With dignitaries including Chinese President Hu Jintao, Rogge referred only to “some challenges” facing China.
“We are now just days away from what I believe will be a historic Olympic Games,” Rogge said, speaking to the 120th General Assembly of the International Olympic Committee. “China’s role as our Olympic host has opened a window to the world’s most populous nation.”
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