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Friday, 22 August 2008

Chinese given Olympic cheering lessons

17/07/2008 4:50:00 PM.  | AAP
"Jiayou, Zhongguo, Jiayou." It means "Let's go, China, let's go!" and you'll hear it a lot at the Beijing Olympics.

Chinese spectators have been issued with official instructions on how to cheer during the Beijing Olympics next month.

The ruling Communist Party and Games organisers have approved a four-step cheering guide developed by the Beijing Etiquette Academy.

The instructions, published in cartoon form in state-run newspapers, tell spectators when and how to clap, what to chant and even how to raise their hands.

The nation-wide campaign includes posters at schools to make sure the 800,000 students attending Olympic events know how to cheer.

There will also be 448 chief cheerleaders helping the spectators at official venues.

Officials claim the campaign is necessary to encourage the normally reserved Chinese to be more extroverted in their support of athletes.

The head of the Etiquette Academy, Li Ning, told the Times Online the rules were designed to teach Chinese people how to show their appreciation and support for the athletes.

The rules are typical of the control the Chinese ruling party is imposing during the Games.

The authorities this week issued a list of 57 do's and don't's during the event, including restrictions on travel and bans on sleeping outdoors.

The Beijing Olympics run from August 8 to 24.

COMMENTS

Thursday, 17 July 2008

I also trust they will issue further instruction in etiquette, on clearing ones throat, spitting, coughing and to close ones mouth when eating, and not spit on the table what you do not want to digest. The pollution in Beijing is amazing, and the airline ground staff are so ride and unhelpful. Many do not speak English and leave your self plenty of time for flights as few leave or arrive on time. Security will be every where so carry your ID with you.

Posted by: Andy Mac, Singapore

Thursday, 24 July 2008

Andy. Ur comment is one of arrogance. It is part of their culture. Given that their "etiquette" has improved dramatically over the last few years. U cannot expect a non English speaking country be helpful when their native tongue is nothing like English. Having such a large population their efforts have been amazing. I don't think we can blame the people of China. Governments are meant to set an example. Just like in Singapore - No gum?

Posted by: Tan Chan, Sydney

 

Friday, 18 July 2008

Hmmm, why do I keep on thinking about the 1936 German Olympics?

Posted by: Jason Driscoll, Alice Springs

 
 

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