Happy Chinese New Year!
The People’s Republic of China is celebrating the arrival of a New Year and we address our warmest and most successful wishes to the entire weightlifting community in this beautiful country!
China is a great powerhouse in our Sport and has produced some of the most talented athletes in the history of weightlifting. The achievements at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games demonstrate this strength and devotion.
Moreover, China has been and will continue to be a valuable partner of our International Federation. In 2026, our IWF World Championships will be excellently hosted by the city of Ningbo, and I am sure all participants in this showcase will enjoy the great hospitality of the Chinese people.
The dedication and tradition in weightlifting led China to inaugurate last October the first-ever museum totally dedicated to our Sport in the world!
2025 will be the Year of the Snake, an animal symbolising wisdom, intelligence, and continuous transformation. As the snake regularly changes its skin, we hope the Chinese weightlifting family can find renewed energy and motivation to continue shining both on and off the platform.
On this special occasion, we wish the best of health, happiness, and success to all athletes, coaches, officials, and administrators within the Chinese weightlifting family. May 2025 – the Year of the Snake – bring you excellence and inspiration for great feats!
Happy Chinese New Year!
Mohammed Jalood
IWF President