Source: CCTV.com

06-21-2007 11:20

Special Report:   2008 Beijing Olympics

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games has been launched in Beijing. The torch will travel around the globe to more than 10 cities to celebrate the 2007 World Games and showcase Chinese culture.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run was started by the Police Chief of Witchita in Kansas State in the USA. The aim of the run is to increase awareness and raise funds for the Special Olympics.

Vice Premier Hui Liangyu, also the Honorary Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games, opened the launch ceremony.