Controversy Surrounding 2022 Winter Olympics
The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing sparked controversy due to doping scandals, political implications, and China's human rights abuses. Athletes' actions, diplomatic boycotts, and tight security added layers to the contentious event. Explore the significance of China hosting the Games amid global scrutiny and debate strategies to address human rights violations on the international stage.
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CQ Press Lecture Spark FEBRUARY 22, 2022 Connecting current events to your International Relations classroom
Controversial 2022Winter Olympics Come to an End The 2022 Winter Olympic Games recently came to an end. The Winter Games were held in Beijing and represent the second time in six months that the Olympics have taken place - after the Summer 2020 Games in Tokyo were postponed because of the pandemic. There were several factors that made the Beijing Games controversial, such as a doping scandal involving a Russian skater and an American born skier who decided to represent China in the Games to honor her mother's homeland. What actions taken by athletes made the Olympics controversial? 2
Controversial 2022Winter Olympics Come to an End Beyond the world of sport, the Winter Games were contentious because of the host nations dubious record on human rights. China has been accused of genocide against its own people the Uyghurs - and as a result some countries held a diplomatic boycott of the games. The authoritarian Chinese government went to great lengths to flex its political muscle and silence critics on the international stage. This included showcasing during the opening ceremony a Uyghur athlete along with a Chinese military commander who was involved in a border clash with India. How did China flex its political muscle and silence critics on the international stage? 3
Background and Key Concepts The 2022 Winter Olympics recently concluded in Beijing. The Winter Games were engulfed in controversy from the onset whether it be the athletes themselves or the politics surrounding the games. The games were devoid of protest by those seeking to call attention to China s human rights abuses because of strict authoritarian measures implemented by the communist regime. Constraints on social media and a heavy security presence resulted in few instances of dissent. The games were also defined by the pandemic and the corresponding restrictions the Chinese government put into place in order to stop the spread of COVID-19. This meant athletes and journalists essentially were kept in a bubble, separate from the general population even though there were some spectators at sporting events. The 2022 Winter Olympic Games appear to have been a success for China. The host country and its athletes can take solace in the fact that they were not only able to hold the 2022 Winter Olympics during the midst of a pandemic and diplomatic boycott, but also do very well in the medal count. 4
Assessment Writing: Why were the 2022 Winter Olympics controversial? Debate:What would have been best way to draw attention to China s human rights violations during the Olympics? Poll: Should countries that engage in human rights abuses get to hold the Olympics? Short Answer: What is the significance of China holding the 2022 Winter Olympics? 5
