The emblem of the Olympic bid for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games witnessed a country with both ancient civilization and modern demeanor's admiration for the Olympic spirit. It represents the requirements of a future-oriented city for the Olympic ideal. It is a symbol of honesty; This is a sign of self-confidence; This is a solemn and sacred commitment made by Beijing, the host city of the 29th Olympic Games, to the whole world and mankind. It means that China in 2008 will show the world a magnificent picture of "peace, friendship and progress" and will play a passionate movement of "swifter, higher and stronger" for all mankind.