China's long road to the winter fairy tale

The motto for the 2022 Winter Olympics is: "Together for a common future". It sounds more like a fairy tale. In a polarized world, it is extremely difficult to satisfy Chinese and Western interest groups with the same messages. But one thing is certain: China's Olympic history is closely linked to the country's political and economic development and its image on the world stage.

Last updated: 24. July 2025