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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
MINSK, August 27 /Xinhua/ — The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is giving new impetus to cooperation between Belarus and China in sports and tourism, Belarusian Sports and Tourism Minister Sergei Kovalchuk told Xinhua in Minsk. He also praised the modern sports facilities built in Belarus with China's support and expressed confidence in the great prospects for deepening bilateral cooperation in sports and tourism.
In 2024, Belarus became a full member of the SCO. S. Kovalchuk emphasized that joining the organization was an important step for the country. Today, Belarus actively participates in the activities of the SCO and intends to make a significant contribution to its development.
According to the politician, the SCO provides member states with a broad platform for deepening cooperation in politics, economics, the humanitarian sphere and other areas. “Sport is a means of communication between people and cultures. The warm, friendly atmosphere created within the SCO gives people the opportunity to correctly build relationships in peace, in harmony, in mutual respect for each other,” the Minister of Sports and Tourism of Belarus emphasized.
S. Kovalchuk especially thanked China for the construction of modern sports facilities. According to him, the swimming pool and the National Football Stadium built with Chinese support meet the highest international standards and are already hosting major competitions. These world-class facilities provide Belarusian athletes with excellent conditions for training and performances, significantly increasing the country's capabilities in organizing large-scale international tournaments.
The minister also noted that China has put forward a number of initiatives within the SCO, including sports competitions agreed upon by member countries and the creation of expert groups to organize them. This demonstrates the practical success of the SCO in the sports sphere.
As an example of in-depth cooperation, S. Kovalchuk noted football. According to him, close ties have been established between the Olympic committees, sports associations, government agencies, educational institutions, as well as athletes and coaches of the two countries. Joint training and exchange of experience have become regular. He expressed confidence that further cooperation will allow Belarus and China to achieve new successes in the world football arena.
Speaking about the development of the tourism sector, S. Kovalchuk expressed the opinion that it is a “unique bridge” for strengthening friendship and mutual understanding. After the opening of direct flights, their occupancy remains high, and the flow of tourists is growing.
The minister invited Chinese friends to visit Belarus, noting the country's rich historical and cultural heritage, its high-quality medical and health infrastructure, unique nature and cuisine that combines Eastern and Western traditions. "More and more Chinese restaurants are opening in Belarus, and signs in Chinese are becoming a familiar element of the urban environment. Everything is done here to make Chinese guests feel "at home," the Xinhua source said.
"The Chinese are showing great interest in Belarus, and we are looking forward to their arrival. Our common goal is for as many people from both countries as possible to visit each other," S. Kovalchuk summed up. –0–
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