The United Arab Emirates capital, Abu Dhabi, recently welcomed the UAE session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event. Organized by the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG), the event was successfully held on Sunday, marking one of the key festivities in anticipation of 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. In his speech, Shen emphasized the global recognition and significance of the Spring Festival, highlighting its role in uniting communities worldwide.
\"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 is a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities around the globe.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi not only celebrated the rich traditions of the Chinese New Year but also fostered cultural exchange between China and the United Arab Emirates. Attendees experienced a blend of performances and activities that showcased the vibrancy of Chinese culture.
The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala\" aims to bring the festive spirit to audiences worldwide, reinforcing cultural ties and mutual understanding across nations.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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