Inspirational spirit
China DailyWANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY From organizational, aesthetic and sports performance perspectives, there is a broad consensus that the Paris 2024 Olympics were a resounding success, benefiting both French society and the international community. When Pierre de Coubertin revived the Games at the end of the 19th century, with the first modern Olympics held in Athens in 1896, it was also a time when the first international organizations were emerging, such as the International Telecommunication Union founded in 1865. The same principles of fair play and cooperation can be applied to these spheres, suggesting that the dynamics observed in the Olympics might serve as a model for broader international relations. In essence, the Paris 2024 Olympics demonstrated that, even amid global challenges, moments of unity and shared purpose are possible.