Xi Jinping called to express his deep condolences on the passing of former IOC President Rogge
2021-08-31 21:03:51Source: Xinhua News Agency
Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, August 31. President Xi Jinping called IOC President Bach on August 30, expressing his deep condolences for the unfortunate death of former IOC President Rogge and his sincere condolences to his relatives.
Xi Jinping said in the message that Mr. Rogge is an outstanding leader of the International Olympic Committee. He is committed to promoting the Olympic movement and carrying forward the Olympic spirit. Highly praised by the world.
Xi Jinping pointed out that Mr. Rogge is an old and good friend of the Chinese people. He cared about and supported the development of China’s sports and the Olympic movement for a long time during his lifetime, and made important contributions to the success of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.
Xi Jinping emphasized that China values the important role of the Olympic Movement in social development and is willing to work with the International Olympic Committee and the international community to make new and greater contributions to the development of the World Olympic Movement.
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