China Weightlifting Association
The Chinese Weightlifting Association (CWA) is a national sports organisation representing China in international weightlifting.
Last updated October 7, 2026
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Overview
The Chinese Weightlifting Association (CWA, Chinese: 中国举重协会) is a mass sports organisation and an independent legal entity registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs and subject to the administrative supervision of the State General Administration of Sports. It is the sole legal organisation representing China in international weightlifting organisations and activities, and is one of the single sport associations under the supervision of the All-China Sports Federation. It was established in Beijing in 1956.
History
In 1956, the Chinese Weightlifting Association was established in Beijing. The association has organised athletes to participate in world competitions and international invitational competitions on numerous occasions since its inception, and its interactions with other countries have become increasingly frequent. It has fostered friendships with weightlifters from various countries and regions and has fortified relationships and collaborations with the International Weightlifting Federation and the Asian Weightlifting Federation.
- 1956
The Chinese Weightlifting Association was established in Beijing.
Products and positioning
National weightlifting team representation
As the sole legal organisation representing China in international weightlifting, the CWA organises and sends athletes to world competitions and international invitational competitions.
International relations and membership
The CWA maintains relationships and collaborations with the International Weightlifting Federation and the Asian Weightlifting Federation.
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