The United Arab Emirates (UAE) session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration,\" organized by the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG), was successfully held in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The event marks a significant cultural festivity embracing the upcoming Chinese New Year.
Held amidst much enthusiasm, the celebration brought together communities to share in the joy and traditions of the Spring Festival, one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. The event showcased a rich tapestry of performances and activities that highlighted the cultural heritage and the growing cultural exchanges between China and the UAE.
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. In his remarks, Shen emphasized the global recognition and significance of the Spring Festival, noting its role in uniting people across the world.
\"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 stated. He highlighted the gala's importance as a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities worldwide, fostering connections and understanding between diverse cultures.
The successful hosting of the event in Abu Dhabi underscores the deepening cultural ties between China and the UAE, reflecting a mutual appreciation of each other's traditions and values. As the Chinese New Year approaches, such events play a pivotal role in promoting cultural exchange and enriching the multicultural landscape of the region.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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