"For the Future"

"The bar has been well and truly raised."
"We understand it is a huge responsibility and we cannot let anyone down."
"It is so important that they will not allow it to fail," "Whatever has to be done will be done."
First of all, to build virtually all the facilities from scratch. "Literally from nothing,"
All venues are now under construction, with workers busy on "what is probably the biggest construction site in the world."
"All the money is allocated and we do not see any risk for a shortage of finance," there is no time to waste.
"We will do all we can do to guarantee the safety factor."
Security is also an issue on a wider front.
The safest place anywhere "It is rather calm here. Every one is doing everything to protect this region from any risk."
A team of observers watch and learn.
One key lesson so far, to have contingency plans in place for the type of weather problems that may cause havoc.
"We are already thinking seriously about Plan B if the weather does not cooperate."
Another priority is to have a task force for every season.
"Games are about people and the human factor."
"One should develop a good thick skin and not shy away from criticism, because it is healthy and it makes one better abled to do what is to be done."