Chengdu gearing up for World Games

"As a first-time visitor to Chengdu, I am also hoping to visit the giant pandas in my spare time and try local food, especially the spicy hotpot," she said.

Joel Tan Zhien, consul general of Singapore in Chengdu, who welcomed the athletes and officials at the airport, said the Singaporean delegation will participate in eight sports, and he hopes the athletes will deliver their best performance.

"Nevertheless, winning isn't everything. I hope that through this event, they will help boost friendly exchanges between Singapore and China," he said.

Ou Yusong, deputy executive director of the arrival and departure center for the Chengdu World Games, said the games' arrival and departure services will be operational until Aug 18.

The arrival and departure center has also coordinated with customs and immigration inspection authorities, as well as airports and airlines, to streamline entry and exit procedures for all registered participants, Ou said.

Peng Yun, a Chengdu Customs officer, said integrated smart clearance channels are being used to improve efficiency, while designated clearance zones have been set up for oversize equipment such as kayaks and bicycles.

Chengdu Customs has also established a coordinated clearance supervision mechanism with eight other customs authorities to provide 24/7 clearance services for games participants, equipment and supplies, she said.

pengchao@chinadaily.com.cn