The survey included 411 sports industry leaders from 46 countries, with each respondent holding a senior position in their organization. Approximately 32 percent of the total respondents were from Asia.
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Key reasons for the government to avoid hosting sports events in China 2024
A survey conducted in May 2024 found that financial concerns were the primary reason the Chinese government decided not to submit a bid for hosting sports events, with more than ** percent of respondents agreeing to it. Additionally, ** percent of respondents indicated that the limited benefits of such events also deterred the government from pursuing hosting opportunities.
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