MORE WORLD LEADERS CONGRATULATE CHINA ON SUCCESS OF BEIJING OLYMPICS
Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn
Aug 29 2008
China
BEIJING, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- More world leaders and parliament speakers
have warmly congratulated China on the complete success of the Beijing
Olympic Games.
Vietnamese President Nguyen Minh Triet, who had attended the opening
ceremony of the Games in Beijing, said in his congratulatory message
that the Beijing Olympiad, themed "One World, One Dream", was not only
a global sports event, but a rare opportunity to share and promote
unity, friendship and peace -- the common values of all humankind.
The successful hosting of the Games served as an opportunity for the
whole world to deepen its understanding of China's social customs
and culture, showcase China's ever growing international status
and prestige, as well as its capability to host grand activities,
Triet said.
Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda said the huge success of the
Beijing Olympics will be carved into people's memories along with the
image of fearless Chinese rescuing survivors after the devastating
8.0 magnitude earthquake in China's southwestern Sichuan province.
During the opening ceremony, China sent the world a strong message of
"peace," which is not only China's goal, but also the direction that
the whole world should take, Fukuda said.
He expressed hope of consolidating and enhancing the strategic and
mutually beneficial relations between Japan and China, and together
making a gesture of peace to the world.
Describing the Beijing Olympics as one of the most splendid sporting
events, Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, the president of the Maldives, said
the Games showcased China's recent rapid development, and promoted
the spirit of friendship, unity and cooperation.
The king of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz, said China achieved
"unprecedented" success in organizing the Beijing Olympic Games.
The achievements made at the Games reflected the wishes of all humanity
for peaceful coexistence, and increased friendship and cooperation,
he said.
Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan highlighted the hospitality of the
Chinese, the well-organized Olympics, the excellent facilities, and the
opening ceremony coherent with Chinese culture and modern technology,
all of which had left an indelible impression on the audience.
Nigerien President Mamadou Tandja congratulated China on the successful
conclusion of the Beijing Olympics and expressed appreciation of the
friendship between the two countries.
President Thomas Boni Yayi of Benin said the people of China were
earnest and willing to be devoted to the Olympics, and the Chinese
government had shown great foresight and brilliant leadership, all
of which contributed to the success of the Beijing Games.
President Emanuel Mori of the Federated States of Micronesia said
he had left China with the full understanding of the "One World,
One Dream" theme and appealed for the building of a better world
for everyone.
Argentine Vice President Julio Cobos said the marvelous opening
ceremony of the Beijing Games had amazed the world. China's perfect
organization had allowed the athletes to participate in the sports
gala without worries and compete for good results.
The speaker of the Lithuanian parliament or Seimas, Ceslovas Jursenas,
said China had revealed its features, potential and long history to
the world during the Olympics and wished the country success in its
future comprehensive development.
Dimitris Sioufas, the president of the Greek parliament, praised
China's historic contribution to the development of the Olympic Games
and the great achievements of its reform and opening up policy. He
expressed the belief that the China's development would inspire the
whole world.
Jean Ping, the African Union Commission chairperson, said China
had provided favorable conditions for the athletes which helped them
achieve repeated successes. The foreign guests were all satisfied with
the reception and the Beijing Olympics had gained world recognition,
he added.
Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn
Aug 29 2008
China
BEIJING, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- More world leaders and parliament speakers
have warmly congratulated China on the complete success of the Beijing
Olympic Games.
Vietnamese President Nguyen Minh Triet, who had attended the opening
ceremony of the Games in Beijing, said in his congratulatory message
that the Beijing Olympiad, themed "One World, One Dream", was not only
a global sports event, but a rare opportunity to share and promote
unity, friendship and peace -- the common values of all humankind.
The successful hosting of the Games served as an opportunity for the
whole world to deepen its understanding of China's social customs
and culture, showcase China's ever growing international status
and prestige, as well as its capability to host grand activities,
Triet said.
Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda said the huge success of the
Beijing Olympics will be carved into people's memories along with the
image of fearless Chinese rescuing survivors after the devastating
8.0 magnitude earthquake in China's southwestern Sichuan province.
During the opening ceremony, China sent the world a strong message of
"peace," which is not only China's goal, but also the direction that
the whole world should take, Fukuda said.
He expressed hope of consolidating and enhancing the strategic and
mutually beneficial relations between Japan and China, and together
making a gesture of peace to the world.
Describing the Beijing Olympics as one of the most splendid sporting
events, Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, the president of the Maldives, said
the Games showcased China's recent rapid development, and promoted
the spirit of friendship, unity and cooperation.
The king of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz, said China achieved
"unprecedented" success in organizing the Beijing Olympic Games.
The achievements made at the Games reflected the wishes of all humanity
for peaceful coexistence, and increased friendship and cooperation,
he said.
Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan highlighted the hospitality of the
Chinese, the well-organized Olympics, the excellent facilities, and the
opening ceremony coherent with Chinese culture and modern technology,
all of which had left an indelible impression on the audience.
Nigerien President Mamadou Tandja congratulated China on the successful
conclusion of the Beijing Olympics and expressed appreciation of the
friendship between the two countries.
President Thomas Boni Yayi of Benin said the people of China were
earnest and willing to be devoted to the Olympics, and the Chinese
government had shown great foresight and brilliant leadership, all
of which contributed to the success of the Beijing Games.
President Emanuel Mori of the Federated States of Micronesia said
he had left China with the full understanding of the "One World,
One Dream" theme and appealed for the building of a better world
for everyone.
Argentine Vice President Julio Cobos said the marvelous opening
ceremony of the Beijing Games had amazed the world. China's perfect
organization had allowed the athletes to participate in the sports
gala without worries and compete for good results.
The speaker of the Lithuanian parliament or Seimas, Ceslovas Jursenas,
said China had revealed its features, potential and long history to
the world during the Olympics and wished the country success in its
future comprehensive development.
Dimitris Sioufas, the president of the Greek parliament, praised
China's historic contribution to the development of the Olympic Games
and the great achievements of its reform and opening up policy. He
expressed the belief that the China's development would inspire the
whole world.
Jean Ping, the African Union Commission chairperson, said China
had provided favorable conditions for the athletes which helped them
achieve repeated successes. The foreign guests were all satisfied with
the reception and the Beijing Olympics had gained world recognition,
he added.