Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu continued his visit to Harbin on Saturday to support the members of the Hong Kong, China delegation who are actively participating in the 9th Asian Winter Games Harbin 2025.
Lee also visited cultural and tourism facilities and met with Hong Kong young people currently on exchange in Harbin, according to a Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government statement.
Lee and SAR officials accompanying him visited the athletes' village on Saturday afternoon to meet with members of the Hong Kong, China delegation and learn about their preparations. Afterwards, they watched speed skating, short track speed skating and ice hockey events to support the participating Hong Kong athletes.
Noting that the Hong Kong, China delegation is the largest ever to participate in the Asian Winter Games and that the athletes are making every effort in their preparations, Lee said he was delighted at being able to personally watch the competitions and cheer the athletes on.
He encouraged the Hong Kong athletes to give their utmost and encouraged Hong Kong residents to cheer for the national team and the Hong Kong team.
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On Saturday evening, Lee attended a dinner with the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC). He thanked the SF&OC for providing thoughtful arrangements and assistance to the Hong Kong, China delegation at the Games.
Lee also met on Saturday with Hong Kong young people participating in an exchange program organized by InspiringHK Sports Foundation to understand their experiences and insights during the trip.
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Highlighting that the Asian Winter Games is a major sports event held once every four years, Lee encouraged the young people to enjoy the exciting competitions, experience winter sports, and learn about the history and culture of Harbin.
Lee and the SAR officials also visited Central Street and nearby cultural and tourism facilities to learn more about the latest developments in the local cultural and tourism industry. Central Street, established in 1898, was transformed in 1997 into the country's first commercial pedestrian street.
