60-Day Countdown - 2AIG is Ready 27-08-2007

The Macao 2nd Asian Indoor Games Organising Committee (MAIGOC) held a “2AIG 60-Day Countdown Ceremony and Uniform Fashion Show” at the Leal Senado Square night (27 Aug) at 7p.m... The display of Games uniforms amply announces that preparations for the Games are ready. More promotional activities are scheduled in the next 60 days leading up to the Opening of the Asian Indoor Games, including the 30-day countdown on 26 September.

Secretary for Social Affairs & Culture Dr. Fernando Chui Sai On presided the ceremonies with other guests in attendance, witnessed the prolog to 60-day countdown of 2AIG.  Local singers Samtry, German Ku, Sun Fong Meng and Vanessa energetic performance of the 2AIG Anthem - “Winner” led the crowd into the enthusiasm of the Games. Demonstration of sports in the 2AIG program was another highlight in the celebration, attracting residents and tourists packing the Leal Senado Square.

The fiesta was heat up in the final session of the rundown – the Games Uniform Fashion Show by 2AIG Official Sponsor Li-Ning Company Limited. The stage at the city’s centre gave way to the debut appearance of the 2AIG Official Uniform.  Designated to fit out ten categories of staff and participants, the uniforms were displayed by models at the countdown celebration.

MAIGOC Director for Cultural Event Eric Chau noted, “The 60-day countdown implies that our committee is two more months from the Games in terms of preparations. Through this event, along with the Games uniform show which was integrated with solemn, vigor and energy, we want to tell the public that all preparation works are ready.  MAIGOC will carry on with a grand new posture to host a modern and fashionable Asian Indoor Games.” After holding the 60-day countdown activity, another important promotional activity, 30-day countdown ceremony, will be held on 26 September (Friday.)

The uniforms displayed at the fashion show were designed and provided by the flagship Li-Ning brand. Li-Ning Company Limited will outfit staff, officials, media and over 10,000 volunteers of the Games with 50,000 special designed sports suits and uniforms. Assistant Manager of Li Ning Brand Sport Marketing Department Ding Li stressed that apart from conventional sporting event elements, Li Ning designers have also add in youthful and popular elements in designing the 2AIG uniforms. This is to compliment to the innovative concept of the 2nd Asian Indoor Games. Mr. Ding Li stated, “On this special occasion of 60-day countdown to the Games, we are all anticipating for the enthusiasm of the Opening of the Games. As the exclusive Sportswear Apparel Sponsor Li Ning is dedicated to fully support MAIGOC in the hosting of the Asian Indoor Games.”

Also attending the ceremony last night were Executive Council Member Leong Vai Tac, Assistant to Deputy Department Head for Promotion and Cultural of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government Zhang Xiao Guang, Deputy-director of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Macau S.A.R. Ye Xuenong, Member of Legislative Assembly Leong On Kei, Assistant Manager of Li Ning Brand Sport Marketing Department Ding Li, President of Macau Olympic Committee Eddie Laam, Chairman of BOD of MAIGOC Manuel Silvério and all sport committee members.