Chief Executive John Lee today continued his trip to Harbin by meeting members of the Hong Kong, China Delegation to the 9th Asian Winter Games, in the athletes' village.

He talked with some of the athletes to learn about their training and preparations. The officials, led by the chief executive, also watched some events, including short track speed skating, and cheered on the Hong Kong participants.

Mr Lee highlighted that the Hong Kong, China Delegation is the largest ever to participate in an Asian Winter Games. He said he was delighted to be able to watch the games in person and encouraged the Hong Kong athletes to give their utmost.

In the evening, Mr Lee attended a dinner with the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC). He thanked the SF&OC for providing extensive assistance to the athletes.

Mr Lee also met some young Hongkongers participating in an exchange programme organised by the InspiringHK Sports Foundation.

Highlighting that the Asian Winter Games is a major sports event that is held only once every four years, he encouraged the youths to seize on such a precious opportunity to experience winter sports, and to learn about the history and culture of Harbin.

Mr Lee and the Hong Kong officials also visited Central Street and nearby cultural and tourism facilities in Harbin to learn more about local developments in those sectors.