This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)

This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)

This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)

This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)

This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)

This photo, taken on December 8, 2024, shows the Cross-Strait Marathon in Kunshan, a major destination for investment from Taiwan. Nearly 16,000 participants competed in the event that featured three categories - full marathon, half marathon, and fun run. (CFP)