The Hangzhou Asian Games served as not just a platform for Asian athletes(compete) in sports, but also a crucial stage to present the cultural (diverse) of Asian nations.
"The Hangzhou Asian Games providedunique opportunity for people from 45 countries and regions to come together. " Yasuhiro Inomata said.
"This holds significant importance in promoting intercultural exchanges, as well as developing peace regionally and (globe), "Inomata added.
"The massive scale of this year's Asian Games not only reflects the development (achievement) in sports throughout Asia, but also ( symbolize) the unity of Asian people, " Raja Randhir Sing said, noting that the Hangzhou Asian Games presents a positive image of the mutual love and friendship (share) by Asian people.
" spectators, we felt that the message of unity and love was not just words but a feeling that reminded us that, despite our differences, we are all interconnected and(harmony) like one big family, " Kharaz, a reporter from Palestine, said.
"The Asian Games are an important platformdiverse traditions and cultures met, " Samir al-Musawi, head of the Iraqi delegation to Hangzhou, said to Xinhua.
