Beijing's Green Olympics Faces Challenges
The Chinese government aims to increase its international influence through the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. However, the city faces political pressure from countries like the US, which may not send government officials to the event, due to China's human rights violations and environmental issues. The Winter Olympics committee hopes to organize an environmentally friendly and clean event. China has invested heavily in making artificial snow due to its semi-arid climate, and the government aims to improve air quality in Beijing and neighboring areas. However, the risk of winter smog remains high, and the Chinese government has implemented an emergency plan to address environmental issues. The government has prepared for possible incidents due to environmental concerns, and various measures have been taken, such as moving industrial pollution companies and constructing wind and solar power stations. Although air quality has improved, the potential for smog to affect the event remains a concern.