Mr. He Zhenliang's Opening Speech

Mr. President,

Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of my country and of the Chinese people nurturing fervent hopes about this session today, we have the honor, for a second time, of presenting Beijing's bid for the Olympic Games.

Eight years have already gone by since our first bid for the 2000 Games. During this period of time, my country has made tremendous strides on the road to modernisation and social progress. As the Evaluation Commission has indicated, Beijing has the capacity to organize an excellent Olympic Games which will hand down a unique heritage to China and to sport.

To my right, here is the Beijing's delegation who will present to you our bid.

But first, let me introduce to you the Vice Primier of China, Mr. Li Lanqing. He is one of the top leaders in our country and a great friend of the Olympic Movement. Now, Mr. Li please.