Visiting China soon?
Here you can find info about China’s history, culture, economy and politics, and check out a range of country profiles. You can also check out some useful tips for travelling in China, and find out what the Olympic Charter means.
The Olympic tradition
Millions of people will be watching China come 8 August this year when it hosts the world’s greatest sporting event. The Games are about challenge, victory and competing for the ultimate athletic prize. They’re also a celebration of humanity, equality, peace and dignity.
China in brief
The People's Republic of China is home to some 1.33 billion people - that's 20 per cent of the entire world population. It stretches over most of the East Asia region and is the fourth largest country in area - after Russia, Canada, and the US - covering around 9.6 million sq km.
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Got a spare minute, hour or day?
If you have 30 seconds, 2 minutes or a day spare - no matter how little or how much time you have - you can get involved with our campaign to end internet repression in China. Check out some of the ways you can get involved and take action to stand up for human rights in China.
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