The United Arab Emirates embraced the festive spirit of the upcoming Chinese New Year as Abu Dhabi hosted the UAE session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event on Sunday. Organized by the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG), the event marked a significant cultural exchange between China and the Middle East.
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 message, Shen emphasized the growing global recognition of the Chinese Spring Festival, highlighting its role in connecting people across the world.
\"CMG's Spring Festival Gala, now in its 42nd consecutive year, has become an indispensable cultural 'New Year's Eve dinner' for over a billion Chinese people,\" Shen remarked. \"It serves as a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities worldwide.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi is one of the key celebrations leading up to the Chinese New Year, fostering cultural understanding and strengthening ties between China and the UAE. Attendees enjoyed a showcase of traditional performances and modern interpretations of Chinese culture, reflecting the rich heritage and contemporary vibrancy of the festival.
The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala\" event series is part of CMG's efforts to share the joy and traditions of the Chinese New Year with international audiences, enhancing cultural exchanges and friendship among nations.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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