Mascot for Hainan's first continental-level sports event unveiled

From next Nov 28 to Dec 6, the sixth Asian Beach Games will be held in this coastal city. Sanya, located on the "edge of heaven and in a corner of the sea" in South China, is one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide.

Talking about the expectations for the games, "I hope that through this game, Sanya can develop better, and the local advantages linking the games can make Sanya more international. It's hoped that people from around the world can be greeted by a friendly, dynamic and harmonious Sanya," said A Dong, mayor of the city.

"And we will spare no effort to promote the hardware and software construction of the city, comprehensively improve its image, and enhance the overall competitiveness of Sanya." A Dong said.

The Asian Beach Games were inaugurated in Bali, Indonesia in 2008 and were followed by competitions in Muscat, Oman in 2010, Haiyang, China in 2012, Phuket, Thailand in 2014 and Danang, Vietnam in 2016.

On Oct 25, the Games' emblem and slogan "See ya in Sanya" were officially announced. A total of 17 competition items are set for the Games and it's expected that more than 4,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions will take part in the competition.