"Zhiheng Cup" The 4th Shenzhen Alumni Fun Games of "Five Faculty and Four Department" of Chinese Law Successfully Concluded

Group photo from the 4th “Zhiheng Cup” Fun Sports Meet for Shenzhen Alumni of China’s Five Law Schools and Four Law Departments

On the afternoon of March 16, 2024, the fourth “Zhiheng Cup” China Legal Studies “Five Institutes and Four Departments” Shenzhen Alumni Fun Sports Meet was grandly held at the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School Stadium. The event was hosted by the Shenzhen Alumni Association of East China University of Political Science and Law and the Shenzhen Alumni Association of Peking University Law School, with co-sponsorship from the Shenzhen Alumni Associations of Jilin University Law School, Wuhan University Law School, Northwest University of Political Science and Law, Southwest University of Political Science and Law, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Renmin University of China Law School, and China University of Political Science and Law (listed in no particular order).

served as the title sponsor and provided financial support for the event.

Jiang Xiaowen, Secretary of the Party Committee and Director of the Shenzhen Municipal Justice Bureau; Dong Shi, former Director of the Ministry of Justice’s Shenzhen Office and initiator of the Shenzhen Alumni Association of the “Five Institutes and Four Departments”; Zhang Cheng, Vice President of the Shenzhen Lawyers Association; Niu Hongwei, Vice Dean of the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School; Tong Shengli, President of the Peking University Law School Shenzhen Alumni Association; Wu Bin, President of the East China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association; Liu Xia’an, President of the Wuhan University Law School Shenzhen Alumni Association; Geng Yanliang, President of the Northwest University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association; and Xu Shengfeng, Vice President of the Jilin University Law School Shenzhen Alumni Association, among other leaders, attended this sports event.

Zhang ShanHua, Director of the Zhiheng Headquarters Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association; Lan CaiMing, Director of the Zhiheng Qianhai Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the East China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association; Chai YongXia, Executive Director of Zhiheng Headquarters and Deputy Director of the Management Committee; Gu XiaoQing, Executive Directors of Zhiheng Hong Kong and Zhiheng Qianhai; Hou ShanShan, Executive Director of Zhiheng Haikou; Hu YanQin, Director of the Branch Development Department of Zhiheng; as well as attorneys Pan Yue and Zhao LiLan from Zhiheng Qianhai, all enthusiastically participated in this sports event.

Opening Ceremony

Jiang Xiaowen, Secretary of the Party Committee and Director of the Shenzhen Municipal Justice Bureau

In his opening address at the sports meet, Director Jiang Xiaowen extended warm congratulations on the event’s organization. This year’s participants from the “Five Academies and Four Departments” alumni include legal professionals from public security agencies, procuratorates, courts, law firms, and corporate legal departments, all of whom are contributing their efforts to fostering Shenzhen’s world-class, rule-of-law-based business environment and working on the front lines of the city’s rule-of-law development. On behalf of the Municipal Justice Bureau, Director Jiang expressed his heartfelt gratitude to everyone present.

It also calls on everyone to earnestly study General Secretary Xi Jinping’s thought on “upholding scientific legislation, strict law enforcement, impartial administration of justice, and the observance of law by all,” to cultivate a strong commitment to the rule of law, and to contribute to the development of the rule of law in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area and to the cause of the rule of law with Chinese characteristics. Finally, I wish the Fourth Shenzhen Alumni Fun Sports Meet of China’s “Five Institutes and Four Departments” in Legal Studies a complete success.

Niu Hongwei, Vice Dean of the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School

Dean Niu Hongwei expressed his great honor in serving as the charitable sponsor of the competition venue for this sports event. Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School has long maintained close ties with the “Five Institutes and Four Departments,” and he hopes that there will be more opportunities for collaboration and exchange in the future. Finally, on behalf of the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, I wish you all to perform at your best, uphold fine sportsmanship, and strengthen friendships through this competition!

Zhang Cheng, Vice President of the Shenzhen Lawyers Association

Vice President Zhang Cheng stated that the Shenzhen Lawyers Association has consistently provided strong support and close attention to the development of cultural and sports activities among Shenzhen’s legal professionals, and expressed the hope for even greater collaboration with the alumni associations of the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” in these areas going forward. He pointed out that the bright future of the country’s rule-of-law development will require the concerted efforts of every legal professional, and expressed the hope that all of us present will join hands, move forward together, and strive as one.

Wu Bin, President of the Shenzhen Alumni Association of East China University of Political Science and Law

President Wu Bin first extended his sincere gratitude to the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School for providing such an excellent venue, and also expressed his appreciation to

for its strong support as the title sponsor of this sports event. We hope that through this event, we can strengthen communication and exchange among alumni, build a solid platform for networking, and enhance connections and collaboration within the alumni community.

Finally, I wish this sports meet a complete success. Subsequently, President Wu Bin announced the official commencement of the fourth “Zhiheng Cup” China Law School Alumni Fun Sports Meet for the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” in Shenzhen!

At the opening ceremony venue

Representative teams from various alumni associations gathered on the green field, radiating energy and showcasing the unique charisma and positive spirit of lawyers. It is worth noting that, to strengthen and commemorate the bonds among our sister institutions, the sports meet featured a special badge-exchange activity. Athletes and volunteers collected badges from all five colleges, four departments, and nine universities, and exchanged them for exquisite and adorable souvenirs.

Collect the school emblems of the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” – all nine institutions.

Emblems of the Nine Schools and Commemorative Badges for the Sports Meet

Relay Race

Relay race competition scene

Lawyer Pan Yue from Zhiheng Qianhai served as a referee in the relay race.

Attorney Zhao Lilan from Zhiheng Qianhai participated in the relay race.

On the track, the relay runners pour out their passion and sweat, gripping the baton tightly as they sprint forward like arrows released from a bow. Teammates trust and encourage one another.

Soccer

Football match venue

The soccer match was contested between the “Five Schools Team” and the “Four Departments Team.” Both sides launched fierce attacks, delivering one thrilling moment after another on the field, while cheers and chants from the sidelines surged back and forth, steadily heating up the atmosphere.

Badminton

Badminton match venue

On the badminton court, players skillfully employ a variety of tactics—deep clears, smashes, drop shots, and more—making for a fiercely competitive and thrilling match. The athletes traded blows and fought bravely, drawing continuous cheers and applause from the crowd.

Tennis

Tennis match venue

Upholding the sporting spirit of “friendship first, competition second,” all participants displayed spirited and confident performances, brimming with enthusiasm as they gave their all, strived to surpass one another, and earned continuous cheers from the audience.

Basketball

Basketball Game Live

The basketball game was also divided into a “Five Schools Team” and a “Four Departments Team.” The match was in full swing, with players from both sides fiercely contesting every possession, upholding the sporting spirit of “friendship first, competition second,” and striving together as a united team. Amidst the intense rivalry, the score saw a back-and-forth rise.

Dou Dizhu

At the Spades tournamentAt the scene

The atmosphere at the Duangwan card game competition was both lively and tense, with exciting and entertaining matches as players showcased their skills and strategic thinking, each demonstrating their unique strengths.

Awards Ceremony

Chai Yongxia, Executive Director of Zhiheng Headquarters and Deputy Director of the Management Committee, and Tong Shengli, President of the Peking University Law School Shenzhen Alumni Association, presented awards to the winning teams of the basketball tournament.

Gu Xiaocheng, Executive Director of Zhiheng Hong Kong and Qianhai, and Guo Fei, Executive Vice President of the Shenzhen Alumni Association of East China University of Political Science and Law, presented awards to the winning teams of the football tournament.

Zhang ShanHua, Director of the Zhicheng Headquarters Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, and Huang HanPing, Executive President of the Southwest University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, presented awards to the winning teams of the badminton tournament.

Zhang ShanHua, Director of the Zhiheng Headquarters Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, and Lan CaiMing, Director of the Zhiheng Qianhai Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the East China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, presented awards to the winning teams of the tennis tournament.

Zhang ShanHua, Director of the Zhicheng Headquarters Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, and Wu Bin, President of the East China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association, presented awards to the winning contestants of the Doudizhu tournament.

Lan Caiming, Director of the Qianhai Management Committee of Zhiheng and Executive Vice President of the Shenzhen Alumni Association of East China University of Political Science and Law, together with Xu Lixin, also Executive Vice President of the Shenzhen Alumni Association, presented awards to the winning participants of the relay race.

Closing Ceremony

Zhang ShanHua, Director of the Zhicheng Headquarters Management Committee and Executive Vice President of the China University of Political Science and Law Shenzhen Alumni Association

Director Zhang Shanhuá delivered the closing remarks, on behalf of

, congratulating the successful conclusion of the Fourth Shenzhen Alumni Fun Sports Meet of China’s “Five Academies and Four Departments” in Legal Studies. This sports meet fully demonstrated that the students from the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” are not only eloquent debaters, but also close-knit teammates who collaborate seamlessly and dominate the field. The event showcased their spirit and skill, deepened mutual understanding among the students, and strengthened their physical fitness.

Zhiheng feels deeply honored to have had the privilege of sponsoring and contributing in a small way to this sports event. We look forward to another exciting edition of the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” Shenzhen Alumni Fun Sports Day next year. Finally, Director Zhang extended a warm invitation to students from the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” to visit Zhiheng for guidance, site visits, tea tasting, and informal discussions, with the aim of jointly advancing the development of the legal profession.

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Group photo of Zhiheng participants

Alumni from the “Five Institutes and Four Departments” visited the Zhiheng booth forCommunication.