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Olympic torch relay kicks off in Changchun
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The Olympic torch continues its domestic journey and this time in Changchun the capital city of northeast China's Jilin Province.

The first torch bearer was Wang Jiaqi. He is an academician of the China Academy of Sciences, noted for his contributions to the country's manned-spaceship program.

Today's relay begins at Changchun Sports Center with a theme of "journey of harmony." The first torch bearer was Wang Jiaqi. He is an academician of the China Academy of Sciences, noted for his contributions to the country's manned-spaceship program.

A total of 218 torchbearers are scheduled to take part in the event. The relay will conclude at the World Sculpture Park.

(CCTV July 14, 2008)

 

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