Gou Zhongwen, director of China's General Administration of Sport, receives an interview after the second plenary meeting of the second session of the 13th National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 8, 2019. [Photo/Xinhua]

Sports minister optimistic for Team China at 2022 Beijing Olympics

Citing effects from a cross-sports talent development program, China's sports minister is confident that Team China could do the nation proud at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing by qualifying for all events and bringing home a record medal haul.

Gou Zhongwen, head of the General Administration of Sport of China, the country's top sports governing body, said on Friday that necessary measures and cooperation have been put in place to build a competitive national team capable of vying with the world's best in winter sports and making breakthrough results at the home Olympics in 2022.

"To make the 2022 Winter Olympics a great success, it's not just about making smooth organization for the Games but also achieving the best possible athletic results at the event," Gou said.