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2009 Kaohsiung: Across the Straits
On her promotional tour in China, Kaohsiung Mayoress Chen Chu meets with the President of the Chinese Olympic Committee, Liu Peng. "The World Games 2009 will deepen the kindred feelings between people across the Straits," says China's sports leader.
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Kaohsiung Main Stadium: Inagurated
The World Games Main Stadium is inaugurated with a concert and fireworks displays. The Pittsburg Symphony Orchestra and the Vienna State Opera Chorus perform before a capacity crowd in the world's most eco-friendly sports venue.
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Swiss Timing: For Kaohsiung
20 Jun 2007 09:47
 

© Swiss Timing

A delegation made up of representatives of the Kaohsiung Organizing Committee and of the International World Games Association traveled to Corgémont, Switzerland, and to the headquarters of Swiss Timing Ltd. The company is an international leader in providing sports with integrated solutions for timing, scoring and other aeras where technology is used in event administration.

Led by IWGA President Ron Froehlich, the delegation all but finalized an agreement that Swiss Timing will supply 2009 Kaohsiung with all the elements required for the accreditation, timing and result services at the multi-sport games.

With a view to all future editions of The World Games, Froehlich hopes to establish a long-term partnership with Swiss Timing. 


News of The World Games
2009 Kaohsiung: Flying High in Lausanne
2009 Kaohsiung: International Media Distribution
2009 Kaohsiung: Across the Straits
Kaohsiung Main Stadium: Inagurated
2009 Kaohsiung: Visit to China
2009 Kaohsiung: Coordination Commission
2009 Kaohsiung: Visit with the President
2009 Kaohsiung: Official Timekeeper
2009 Kaohsiung: Call Center
2009 Kaohsiung: Agency Contracted
Main Stadium: Ouverture 1812
2009 Kaohsiung: Medals Unveiled
2009 Kaohsiung: Ticket Sales in Progress
2009 Kaohsiung: Opening Ceremony
IWGA: Annual General Meeting in Denver, USA
 
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