Diplomats from Belt and Road Countries Gear Up for 2024 Cycling Series Across China
The 2024 Belt and Road Diplomats’ Cycling Series was officially launched on Thursday in Beijing, marking an exciting chapter in cultural and sports exchanges among countries along the Belt and Road Initiative. Hundreds of diplomats, international business representatives, and students are expected to participate in the cycling events across seven picturesque locations in China.
The cycling series will take riders through Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, Guangzhou and Shanwei in Guangdong Province, Leshan in Sichuan Province, Haikou in Hainan Province, Zhoushan in Zhejiang Province, and the capital city of Beijing. Each location boasts stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience China’s diverse regional highlights.
This year commemorates the 11th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, a development strategy aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and cooperation. The cycling series is envisioned as a platform to deepen cultural ties and promote mutual understanding among nations involved in the initiative.
Participants will navigate routes that encompass both natural wonders and historical landmarks, providing an immersive journey through some of China’s most renowned sites. The event is not only a sporting challenge but also a cultural expedition, fostering friendships and exchanges between people from different countries.
With international entrants joining the series, the event underscores the growing significance of sports diplomacy in strengthening global relationships. The organizers hope that the cycling series will pave the way for increased collaboration and shared prosperity among Belt and Road countries.
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Diplomats from Belt and Road countries set for cycling series
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