Get ready, fam! China’s 15th National Games (Nov 9–21) is rewriting the playbook on how multi-region events roll. For the first time ever, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao are co-hosting this epic sports fest, uniting talents and tech on a whole new level. 🎉
'With no roadmap, we stuck to our principles and embraced bold innovation,' says Li Jing, an official with the organizing committee. Here’s how they’re making it happen:
- Seamless Customs: Dedicated lanes and a streamlined clearance system let gear — from fencing swords to racing bicycles and triathlon bikes used by athletes from the Chinese mainland — sail through checkpoints as personal luggage. 🚴♀️🤺
- Cross-Border Races: A men’s road cycling race pedals across the iconic Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, plus a marathon weaving through Shenzhen and Hong Kong streets. 🏃♂️
- Emergency Ready: Improved protocols ensure any last-minute hiccups get fixed faster than you can say 'Go Team!' ⚡
This model offers a sneak peek at deeper integration in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area — aka GBA — and showcases the unique strengths of One Country, Two Systems. For young pros and trendsetters across South Asia and Southeast Asia, it’s a masterclass in how connectivity, coordination and creativity come together to level up big-time. 💪
Whether you’re cheering from your phone or planning your own cross-border adventure, the National Games prove that with a dash of innovation, even the most complex admin systems can sync up for a winning combo. Ready to join the conversation? Let us know your favorite cross-border moments below! 👇
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China's National Games boosts connectivity across GBA, say officials
cgtn.com
