The United Arab Emirates session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event, organized by the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG), was successfully held in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The event marks a significant occasion in welcoming the upcoming Chinese New Year.
Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the publicity department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, delivered a video address during the event. He emphasized the global recognition and cultural significance of the Spring Festival.
\"The CMG 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 stated. \"It serves as a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities worldwide.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi highlighted the growing cultural exchanges between China and the Middle East, showcasing traditional Chinese performances and celebrating the rich heritage of the Spring Festival. Attendees experienced a blend of cultural festivities that strengthen ties between the regions.
The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala\" is a series of global celebrations aimed at bringing the joy and traditions of the Chinese New Year to international audiences. The Abu Dhabi event is one among many that reflect China's commitment to cultural diplomacy and global collaboration.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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