The China Media Group (CMG) successfully hosted the UAE session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. Organized by CMG's Middle East Station, the event marks a significant cultural occasion leading up to 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 of the Spring Festival and its importance as a cultural touchstone for Chinese communities 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 spiritual home for Chinese communities worldwide.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi is one of several international celebrations organized by CMG to embrace the Chinese New Year. It aims to foster cultural exchange and strengthen ties between China and the United Arab Emirates, highlighting the universal appeal of the Spring Festival traditions.
Attendees enjoyed a showcase of performances and activities that celebrate Chinese culture, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to experience the festive spirit. The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala\" serves as a global platform to share the rich heritage of the Chinese New Year with the international community.
The Spring Festival Gala is a cornerstone of Chinese cultural life, and its international celebrations reflect China's growing engagement with the world. Events like the one held in Abu Dhabi not only preserve traditional customs but also promote cultural understanding and friendship across nations.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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