Harbin sets stage to host Asian Winter Games 2025

With half of the test events completed and all preparatory work advancing smoothly according to schedule, Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang province, is primed to host the 9th Asian Winter Games in less than 50 days.

Known as an ice and snow wonderland in Northeast China, the city is buzzing with fresh excitement this year, with posters, mascots and countdown timers reminding residents and visitors of the return to Harbin of the continental winter sports gala after nearly three decades.

Harbin, which previously hosted the Games in 1996, will welcome Asia's best ice and snow sports talent from a record number of 34 National Olympic Committees to compete in 64 medal events from Feb 7 to 14, and organizers are beefing up efforts to promote winter sports participation and tourism in the region.