Russia ready to consider application of Almaty to host Winter Olympics 2022
‘We talked about the fact that we have special relationship with China and our Chinese colleagues have supported us throughout the preparations for the Games. Moreover, the Chinese leader arrived a few days before the Games, exactly the days, when China celebrated the New Year. 'In general, we took into consideration the fact that the Chinese had already announced their intention, and we told that Russia was ready to support them.‘- Mutko said today at the press conference in the Sochi media center. ‘Kazakhstan, of course, is our old friend and partner.To date we've been fruitfully cooperating in the field of sports. And we are ready to consider Kazakhstan as a nominee. But you haven't applied yet, whereas the Chinese have already done it. We will take our decision after your actions' - the minister added. Earlier, at the opening of the Chinese hospitality house, Mutko said that Russia was ready to support China to host the Winter Olympic Games in 2022. "Everything will depend on your approach to the application and planning. We have already gained such experience, promoting Sochi city, and you won the right to hold the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. I think your chances are good due to the image of the country, your ability and level of organization.' - Russian papers cite the minister.
