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Nigeria launches strategic plan toward ending HIV/AIDS epidemic

STORY: Nigeria launches strategic plan toward ending HIV/AIDS epidemic SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 1, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:02 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of street views 2. various of a health care center 3. various of HIV/AIDS campaign 4. various of event commemorating World AIDS Day STORYLINE: The Nigerian government on Friday launched a comprehensive national strategic plan to end the HIV and AIDS epidemic in line with the 2030 global target. The unveiling ceremony for the National Strategic Plan (NSP 2023-2027), in commemoration of the 2023 World AIDS Day, in the capital city of Abuja, brought together government officials, health experts, activists, and representatives from various international organizations. The event is seen as a platform to emphasize the importance of collaborative efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS and to underscore Nigeria's determination to create a healthier and more resilient society. Speaking at the ceremony, George Akume

Hangzhou Asian Games brings countries together, promoting solidarity: Pakistani athlete

STORY: Hangzhou Asian Games brings countries together, promoting solidarity: Pakistani athlete DATELINE: Oct. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the views of Asian Games 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MUHAMMAD TAYYAB IQBAL, Pakistani domestic cricketer STORYLINE: The 19th Asian Games closed on Sunday under the theme of "Enduring Memories of Hangzhou" for the closing ceremony, highlighting the power and unity of sports and the Asian Games. A Pakistani athlete said the Hangzhou Asian Games played a big role in bringing all these countries together, and promoting human solidarity. SOUNDBITE (English): MUHAMMAD TAYYAB IQBAL, Pakistani domestic cricketer "As an athlete, I saw it was a very successful event. I saw a lot of different countries athletes coming together, sharing their cultures and performing, and obviously, that opening ceremony and the ending ceremony, I see a huge success. Hangzhou Asian Games, as I said earlier, they've played a big role in bringi

Hangzhou Asian Games to promote exchanges, understanding: Thai IOC member

STORY: Hangzhou Asian Games to promote exchanges, understanding: Thai IOC member DATELINE: Sept. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:16 LOCATION: Bangkok CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Hangzhou 2. SOUNDBITE (Thai): KHUNYING PATAMA LEESWADTRAKUL, Vice president of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand 3. various of training STORYLINE: The upcoming 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, will help enhance mutual understanding for people in Asia through vivid cultural exchanges, said a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from Thailand. SOUNDBITE (Thai): KHUNYING PATAMA LEESWADTRAKUL, Vice president of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand "The Hangzhou Asian Games is not only an event for the development and showcasing of athletes' maximum competitiveness, but also at the same time, through the exchange of diverse cultures among nations to further strengthen the relationships among the people. Everyone will bring their own proud culture to deepen mutual understanding and communication thr

114 Cambodian athletes to compete in Hangzhou Asian Games

STORY: 114 Cambodian athletes to compete in Hangzhou Asian Games DATELINE: Sept. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:05 LOCATION: Phnom Penh CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the ceremony 2. various of speech by Cambodia's Olympic chief Thong Khon 3. various of speech by Cambodian PM Hun Manet 4. SOUNDBITE (Khmer): KHUN CHANROSEKA, Soft tennis player STORYLINE: Cambodia's 189-member sports delegation, including 114 athletes, will attend the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, capital of east China's Zhejiang Province from September 23 to October 8, the country's Olympic chief said on Wednesday. Thong Khon, president of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia, said the delegation paid a courtesy call on Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Wednesday afternoon before leaving for the Games. "I believe that Cambodian athletes will be able to achieve good results in this second biggest sports event in the world after the Olympics," Khon, who will lead the delegation to attend the Games, told Xinhua. He said Cambodia

Nepal dispatches 253 athletes to Hangzhou Asian Games

STORY: Nepal dispatches 253 athletes to Hangzhou Asian Games DATELINE: Sept. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:19 LOCATION: Kathmandu CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song meeting Nepalese delegation's officials, athletes and coaches STORYLINE: A total of 253 athletes from Nepal are participating in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, the chef de mission of the Nepalese contingent said in Kathmandu on Tuesday. "The Asian Games is a big event for Asia. We're participating in large number in terms of our population, our sports and development level," Tanka Lal Ghising said at a farewell ceremony held for representatives of the Nepali contingent in Nepal. "As many as 253 athletes are participating from Nepal, which is not a small number," Ghising added. "Participation in big number is an expression of happiness when our neighboring country is organizing such a big event." The Hangzhou Asian Games will run from September 23 to October 8 in China's Zhejiang Provin

Cultural heritage, tourism of China's Zhejiang province introduced in Iran

STORY: Cultural heritage, tourism of China's Zhejiang province introduced in Iran DATELINE: Sept. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:00 LOCATION: Tehran CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event STORYLINE: The Chinese Embassy in Iran on Monday hosted an event to promote the cultural heritage and tourism of China's eastern Zhejiang province in the run-up to the Hangzhou Asian Games in the provincial capital. The event, which was organized by the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, was attended by Chinese and Iranian officials, as well as the Iranian athletes who are going to take part in the multi-sport event that will kick off on Sept. 23. Speaking at the function, Chinese Ambassador to Iran Chang Hua boasted Zhejiang's beautiful landscapes and deep cultural heritages since ancient times. He listed some of Zhejiang's most well-known scenic spots, including the West Lake, the Qiantang River tide, and the greenery Yandang Mountain. He also introduced the old bridges and quiet

First East Asian Youth Games opens in Ulan Bator

STORY: First East Asian Youth Games opens in Ulan Bator DATELINE: Aug. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of flag bearers 2. various of mascot 3. various of athletes' delegations 4. various of opening ceremony of East Asian Youth Games 2023 STORYLINE: The first East Asian Youth Games 2023 kicked off at the National Central Stadium in Mongolia's capital on Thursday evening. The opening ceremony of the inaugural edition of the quadrennial event had been set to open on Wednesday but was delayed by 24 hours due to heavy rain in Ulan Bator. More than 1,500 athletes from nine countries and regions are competing in 11 sports including athletics, badminton, basketball, table tennis, wrestling and e-sports. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

Solomon Islands athletes to train in China for 2023 Pacific Games

STORY: Solomon Islands athletes to train in China for 2023 Pacific Games DATELINE: July 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:59 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the posters 2. various of Li Ming, the Chinese ambassador to the Solomon Islands 3. various of Jimmie Rodgers, Chairman of National Hosting Authority 4. various of Joe Sika, Chairman of National Sports Council 5. various of Martin Rara, president and chairman of the organizing committee of the 2023 Pacific Games 6. various of athletes STORYLINE: A total of 80 athletes and coaches from the Solomon Islands will have a 90-day training camp in China to prepare for the upcoming 2023 Pacific Games. The athletes heading for China come from a variety of sports including boxing, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, athletics and weightlifting. The Chinese embassy to the Solomon Islands held a commissioning ceremony for their training tour on Friday at a stadium in Honiara. The stadium, with a capacity of about 10,000 people, is set to be

12th ASEAN Para Games concludes in Cambodia

STORY: 12th ASEAN Para Games concludes in Cambodia DATELINE: June 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:08 LOCATION: Phnom Penh CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Morodok Techo National Stadium and spectators 2. musical performance 3. martial arts performance 4. parade of ASEAN para-athletes 5. Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen speaking 6. extinguishing the Games flames 7. fireworks display STORYLINE: The 12th ASEAN Para Games came to an end on Friday in the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh, with Indonesia topping the medal table. Held at the 60,000-seat Morodok Techo National Stadium, the closing ceremony featured a musical show, a Kun Bokator martial arts performance, a parade of para-athletes, speeches, and the extinguishment of the Games flame with a fireworks display. Speaking at the ceremony, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen said it was another pride for Cambodia to host the regional Para Games successfully and that the one-week Games truly showcased the spirit of friendship

12th ASEAN Para Games kick off in Cambodia

STORY: 12th ASEAN Para Games kick off in Cambodia DATELINE: June 4, 2023 LENGTH: 0:03:43 LOCATION: Phnom Penh CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Morodok Techo National Stadium and spectators 2. various of ASEAN para-athletes 3. various of Para-athlete's and arbitrator's oath 4. various of the 12th ASEAN para games opening ceremony STORYLINE: The 12th ASEAN Para Games officially opened at the Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, on Saturday evening. Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen presided over the opening ceremony of the biennial multi-sport event, which brought together a total of 1,453 para-athletes from the 10 member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) plus Timor-Leste. The two-hour event included parade of para-athletes from 11 countries, para-athlete's and arbitrator's oath, speeches, colorful arts performances, torch relay and cauldron lighting, and fireworks display. In his opening speech, Hun Sen said Cambod

Asian Games close

The 13th Asian Games come to a close in Bangkok on Dec. 20 as fireworks light up the sky in the closing ceremony at Rajamangala National Stadium. Some 9,900 athletes and officials from 41 national Olympic committees took part in the 15-day multi-sport event.

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