Yao Ming
Yao Ming is a retired Chinese basketball player who made a significant impact in the NBA and is a global ambassador for the sport. His towering presence and exceptional skills on the court garnered him numerous accolades, and he continues to influence basketball in China and worldwide through his philanthropic efforts and leadership in sports administration.
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Yao Ming, former president of the Chinese Basketball Association, was present at the event.
NBA︱中國賽相隔6年復辦會師濠江 太陽加時132：127力克籃網 (23:29) - 20251010 - 體育 - 即時新聞
Hong Kong· 2025-10-10
Yao Ming's drafting by the Houston Rockets in 2002 significantly increased basketball's popularity in China.
NBA games return to China for first time since Hong Kong pro-democracy row
United Kingdom· 2025-10-09
Yao Ming showcased a new device for secure data analysis at the digital trade innovation conference.
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China· 2025-09-22
Yao Ming, the convener of the prepaid consumption regulation alliance, stated that regulation should not be limited to a specific industry.
規管預繳式消費擬第四季諮詢 涵蓋金額年限 美容業：各界經營難非理想時機 - 20250720 - 要聞 - 每日明報Hong Kong· 2025-07-19
Yang Hansen expressed that comparisons to Yao Ming are flattering.
"ההשוואות ליוקיץ' ויאו הן כבוד גדול": הסיני הענק שהפך להפתעת הדראפט
Israel· 2025-06-29
Zhang Ziyu was compared to Yao Ming, a famous Chinese center known for his height.
В играх за сборную Китая дебютировала 18-летняя баскетболистка с феноменальным ростом
Belarus· 2025-06-19
Yao Ming is an NBA legend who is nine centimeters taller than Zhang Ziyu.
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Estonia· 2025-06-18
Yao Ming is a former NBA player who has shown a deep interest in Shaolin culture and is currently undergoing a 10-day retreat at a Shaolin temple.
NBA球星雲班耶馬少林寺剃度閉關修行10天 (14:51) - 20250609 - 兩岸 - 即時新聞Hong Kong· 2025-06-09
Yao Ming is a legendary basketball player who is mentioned as a prominent figure in China's political advisory bodies.
Determinasi China, Dua Sesi, dan Dinamika Global
Indonesia· 2025-03-21
Yao Ming is mentioned as a famous basketball legend involved in China's political advisory bodies.
Determinasi China, Dua Sesi, dan Dinamika GlobalIndonesia· 2025-03-21Yao Ming is a well-known basketball player who is concerned about the impact of electronic products on the health of young people.
兩會 | 姚明：建議開展未成年人息屏24小時行動 (18:05) - 20250306 - 兩岸 - 即時新聞Hong Kong· 2025-03-06Yao Ming is noted as a celebrated individual who has previously been involved in the Two Sessions.
Explained: what is China’s Two Sessions meeting? | ChinaUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-05
Former Chinese basketball player Yao Ming arrives for the opening session of the National People’s Congress.
Premier Li Qiang outlines defence spending, ‘Taiwan reunification’ plans
Australia· 2025-03-05
Yao Ming was an eight-time All-Star, but injuries ultimately led to his early retirement.
10 NBA legends whose careers were cut short by injury: Larry Bird, Chris Webber, and more | NBA News
India· 2025-02-18
Yao Ming stated that the government has not mentioned the future planning of the land vacated by the relocation of the food control facilities.
文錦渡食物管制設施搬至香園圍 今年下半年開始收地 (19:10) - 20250218 - 港聞 - 即時新聞Hong Kong· 2025-02-18
Yao Ming was also honored as a representative at the 40th anniversary of China's reform and opening up.
泥土与月亮 _光明网China· 2025-02-15
