Abu Dhabi witnessed a vibrant cultural celebration as the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG) successfully hosted the UAE session of the \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" event on Sunday. This festive occasion marks one of the key events leading up to the Chinese New Year, bringing together communities to embrace the rich traditions of the festival.
Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the publicity department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, delivered a heartfelt video address during the event. In his message, Shen emphasized the growing global recognition of the Spring Festival, highlighting its significance as a cultural cornerstone for Chinese people worldwide.
\"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 is a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities across the globe.\"
The event in Abu Dhabi showcased the unity and cultural exchange between China and the United Arab Emirates, reflecting the universal appeal of the Spring Festival. Attendees enjoyed a preview of the upcoming festivities, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese traditions among diverse audiences in the region.
The \"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\" continues to build bridges between cultures, inviting people from all walks of life to participate in the joyous anticipation of the Chinese New Year.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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