The 18th China Daily "21st Century Cup" National English Speaking Competition and the CREC international eco-city Guizhou regional final continued in Guiyang, the capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, Dec 22.

The topic of selection in grade four to grade six in primary schools was "colors of the world". The children's close family relationships, beautiful wishes and distinct world views were best shown in speeches about "colors".

Parents and children wait in front of the sign-in desk at the 18th China Daily "21st Century Cup" National English Speaking Competition and the CREC international eco-city Guizhou regional final Dec 22. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Two contestants take pictures before the competition. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A contestant speaks at the stage. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]