China awards outstanding people in Beijing Olympics, Paralympics

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Liu Qi, BOCOG President said "The success of the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games has left a rich as well as tangible and intangible legacy for us. The experience in organizing the two games has made it clear that we should adhere to the development path of socialism with Chinese characteristics. We should put the experience into use on regular basis in future work. And combine it with the capital's implementation of the scientific outlook on development. We should also attach great importance to thoroughly resolving problems relating to the people's well-being and ensure that people can increasingly benefit from the development."

China's Olympic and Paralympic heroes have become the idols of the entire nation. The athletes say the care, love and support of the people have been a huge driving force behind their success.

Liu Chunhong, Weightlifting Champion of Beijing Olympics said "2008 is an unusual year to me. I witnessed the Party and the government lead the people in overcoming all kinds of difficulties. And it offered the world a distinctive and high-quality Olympic games. With our joint efforts and hard work, the Chinese national weightlifting team won 8 gold medals in the Beijing Games. The Beijing Olympic Games have made me strongly feel the people's care, love and support for athletes."

Chinese President Hu Jintao delivered the final remarks at the meeting. He described the success of the two games as a "dream come true for the nation".

Hu Jintao, Chinese President said "From the moment when the main torch of the Beijing Olympic Games was lit on August 8th to the extinguishing of of the Paralympic torch on September 17th the Chinese people and people all over the world experienced exciting and historic moments together. They shared the ebullient joy of the games and witnessed their great success. The success of the two games has greatly upheld the Olympic spirit of unity, friendship and peace. It has also promoted mutual understanding among people all over the world. The slogan 'One World, One Dream' was echoed all across the world. And the Chinese people have realized their century-old aspiration through their perseverance and relentless efforts."

On behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council Hu Jintao extended congratulations to all of the Olympic and Paralympic athletes. And also gratitude to the builders of the Olympic venues as well as volunteers, PLA solders, police officers and everyone else contributing to the spectacular success of the games.

Editor:Xiong Qu