The following is the full text of a toast by Chinese President Hu Jintao at a banquet for foreign leaders and international dignitaries who will attend the Beijing Olympic Games closing ceremony on Sunday night.
Jacques Rogge, President of the IOC, defended China's sports system which led to its medal haul at the Beijing Games, saying all systems are legitimate as long as they respect ethical values and the athletes.
International Olympic Commitee president Jacques Rogge said on Sunday that the Beijing Olympics has helped enhance mutual understanding between China and the rest of the world.
