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The 1st World Press Briefing
BOCOG president Liu Qi said Wednesday that BOCOG will honor its commitment and provide the news media with quality and efficient services.
World media tour Olympic projects
Beijing hosts IOC Press Commission Meeting
Int'l Media Summit in Beijing on Olympic Games Media Services
International press invited to inspect Beijing's progress in September
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Press release
Draft Agenda
Organization Accreditation Application Form
Individual Accreditation and Visa Application Form
General Explanation of Accreditation, Visa and Hotel Reservation Forms
Room Reservation Form
Weather Information
Opening session of the 1st World Press Briefing kicks off IOC Press Commission Chairman delivers a speech Attendees from world media listen attentively 'Water Cube' attracts the journalists
A photographer takes photo for Wukesong Indoor Stadium Overseas journalists visit the National Aquatics Center Beijing hosts IOC Press Commission Meeting BOCOG, IOC prepare media operations staff
Draft Agenda (from 25th to 28th September 2006)
Sunday, 24th September
8:00 - 22:00 Registration and accreditation at Swissôtel; Beijing.
Monday, 25th September
8:00 - 22:00 Registration and accreditation at Swissôtel; Beijing.
Early morning Starting off Photographers' tour.
Afternoon City tour for written press with options.
Evening Reception and buffet at Swissôtel.
Tuesday, 26th September
Venue tour and accommodation inspection visit.
Evening Official welcome dinner.
Wednesday, 27th September
World Press Briefing.
Late afternoon Visit to Capital Museum followed by buffet.
Thursday, 28th September
Separate unilateral meetings hosted by BOCOG Accommodation and Photo Services.
A detailed and updated agenda will be provided on arrival at the Swissôtel
Media Operations
The Media Operations Department of BOCOG was established in April, 2004.The Media Operations team will provide the best possible working conditions for members of the accredited written and photographic press and Non-rights-holding Broadcasters (ENR) as well as coordination of broadcasting services for Rights-holding Broadcasters and Host Broadcaster-Beijing Olympic Broadcasting Co., Ltd (BOB). The mission of Media Operations is to allow the Media to cover the Games to the best of their abilities and to ensure the fullest coverage by the different media and the widest possible audience for the Olympic Games.
Main functional area of Media Operations:
Service
Venues
Hotels
National Stadium
Location: Olympic Green;
Total land surface (sq. m.): 258,000;
Seats: 91,000;
Functions during the Games: Athletics, Football;
National Aquatics Center Location: Olympic Green;
Total land surface (sq. m.): 65,000-80,000;
Seats: 6,000 permanent and 11,000 temporary;
Functions during the Games: Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, and Synchronized Swimming;
Swissôtel Beijing Hong Kong Macau Center
With 425 rooms and suites, Swissotel Beijing offers choices from Superior accommodations to its Swiss Advantage Rooms, featuring extensive workstations with broadband Internet access and in-room safe wide enough for your laptop.
Beijing Hotel
A Beijing landmark for more than a century, the 5-star Beijing Hotel is one of the most distinguished properties in Beijing and has played a key role in the city's history since 1900.
Scenic Spots
Food
Forbidden City
It is believed that the Palace Museum, the largest and most well preserved imperial residence in China, got its name from astronomy and folklore.
The Great Wall
The Great Wall, symbolizing China's ancient civilization, is one of the world's most renowned projects. Its highest point at Badaling is some 800 metres above sea level.
Beijing Roast Duck
Beijing Roast duck is thought to be one of the most delicious dishes all over the world; most visitors coming to Beijing will never forget to have a try.
Imperial Court Cuisine
Imperial Court Cuisine originates from royal kitchens where dishes and food were only cooked for the royal family. Many Restaurant serve Court Cuisine in Beijing today.
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