The United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a vibrant cultural event as the Middle East Station of China Media Group (CMG) hosted the UAE session of the \\"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\\" in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. This event marked a significant moment in the lead-up to the upcoming Chinese New Year, bringing the festive spirit to the heart of 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 speech, Shen emphasized the increasing global recognition of the Spring Festival and its cultural significance.
\\"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 has also become a shared cultural memory and spiritual home for Chinese communities around the world.\\"
The event in Abu Dhabi showcased a series of performances and activities that highlighted the richness of Chinese culture and traditions associated with the Lunar New Year. Attendees experienced traditional music, dance, and art, fostering cultural exchange and mutual understanding between China and the UAE.
The \\"Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: Global Celebration\\" serves as an international extension of the renowned CMG Spring Festival Gala, which is one of the most-watched television events globally. By bringing the celebration to Abu Dhabi, CMG aims to share the joy of the Spring Festival with a wider audience and strengthen cultural ties across nations.
As the Chinese New Year approaches, such events play a crucial role in connecting Chinese diaspora communities with their heritage, while also inviting global audiences to partake in the festivities. The success of the Abu Dhabi event underscores the universal appeal of the Spring Festival and its capacity to bridge cultures.
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CMG holds 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' event in Abu Dhabi
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