Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games Ignite Optimism for China’s Economy
A new CGTN survey reveals 94.7% of global respondents view China\u2019s expanding ice and snow economy as a key growth driver, fueled by events like the upcoming 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin. The event, set to be Asia\u2019s largest winter sports gathering, is already sparking cross-border excitement and economic momentum.
Breaking Geographical Barriers
Since the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, China has seen 313 million ice and snow sports participants, with indoor venues now emerging in warmer southern regions. Over 96% of survey participants believe international events like the Harbin Games will accelerate sport adoption across Asia, while 91.9% attribute local economic upgrades to innovative \u201cice and snow +\u201d models merging tourism, retail, and cultural activities.
Global Confidence in China\u2019s Openness
With 94.7% of respondents praising China\u2019s visa policy reforms, optimism thrives for increased international collaboration. Over 95% predict brighter prospects for China\u2019s ice and snow sector, citing government support and booming market demand. The industry has already spurred growth in equipment manufacturing, education, and creative sectors.
Survey conducted across CGTN\u2019s multilingual platforms, gathering 4,607 responses in 24 hours.
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CGTN Poll: Global respondents feel the upturn of China's economy
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