Abu Dhabi buzzed with excitement on Sunday as the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG) hosted the UAE session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event. This vibrant celebration marks one of the key events leading up to the Chinese New Year, bringing together communities to embrace the rich traditions of the Spring Festival.
Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the publicity department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, delivered a heartfelt video address during the event. Shen emphasized the global recognition and significance of the Spring Festival, noting how it has become a cherished cultural moment not just in China but around the world.
\"The CMG's Spring Festival Gala, now in its 42nd consecutive year, has become an essential cultural 'New Year's Eve dinner' for over a billion Chinese people,\" Shen remarked. \"It serves as a shared cultural memory and a spiritual home for Chinese communities worldwide.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi showcased a blend of traditional Chinese performances and cultural exchanges, highlighting the strong ties between China and the United Arab Emirates. Attendees enjoyed a variety of activities, including lion dances, musical performances, and artistic displays that celebrated the diversity and dynamism of Chinese culture.
The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala\" is part of CMG's global initiative to share the joy and customs of the Chinese New Year with international audiences. By bringing these festivities to Abu Dhabi, CMG aims to foster cultural understanding and strengthen the bonds between the people of China and the UAE.
The success of the event underscores the growing interest in the Spring Festival across the Middle East and the world. As the Chinese New Year approaches, communities worldwide are gearing up to participate in celebrations that honor tradition, family, and the hopes of a prosperous new year.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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