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A Hong Kong student's journey in advocating drug education at UN Youth Forum

STORY: A Hong Kong student's journey in advocating drug education at UN Youth Forum SHOOTING TIME: April 30, 2024 DATELINE: May 30, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:49 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: EDUCATION/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Jason Lee and the Hong Kong Jockey Club Drug InfoCentre 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): JASON LEE, Hong Kong student 3. various of Jason Lee 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): JASON LEE, Hong Kong student 5. various of Jason Lee STORYLINE: In a significant representation of Hong Kong's youth on the global stage, 20-year-old Jason Lee was recently selected to speak at the Youth Forum on the sidelines of the 67th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) held in Vienna. Lee, the first Hong Kong youth to address the forum, shared the experiences and strategies of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) in drug education and community anti-drug efforts with young people worldwide. Jason Lee, a student at the University of Hong Kong studying English, is a member of the fi

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Visitor arrivals to Hong Kong double in first 4 months

STORY: Visitor arrivals to Hong Kong double in first 4 months SHOOTING TIME: May 14, 2024 / File DATELINE: May 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists in Hong Kong 2. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): JOHN LEE, Chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) STORYLINE: Hong Kong saw 3.4 million visitor arrivals in April, up around 20 percent year on year, the Hong Kong Tourism Board said Tuesday. In the first four months of this year, Hong Kong registered about 14.62 million tourist arrivals, doubling the number of the same period last year, the tourism board said in a press release. Data showed that in April, Hong Kong recorded about 2.48 million visitor arrivals from the Chinese mainland. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): JOHN LEE, Chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) "The HKSAR government will roll out a series of measures to attract tourists and make them feel at home and experience the charm of Hong K

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Belarusian expat experiences traditional Blessing Parade in China's Guangdong

STORY: Belarusian expat experiences traditional Blessing Parade in China's Guangdong SHOOTING TIME: May 1, 2024 DATELINE: May 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: DONGGUAN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the annual Chashan Garden Party in Dongguan 2. SOUNDBITE (English): HELEN, Belarusian teacher of Hanlin Experimental School in Dongguan STORYLINE: "Hello, I'm Helen. Today is the annual Chashan Garden Party in Dongguan. I have been looking forward to this day for a long time. And before I take part, I have to do some preparation. Guess what I'm going to do. Look at this outfit. Do I look like a majestic general? I will be joining the Blessing Parade soon! But first, I have to complete my makeup now, I will definitely look very cool later. I play the role of Dao Ma Dan. In southern China, Cantonese opera is a beloved art form that serves as a cultural inheritance and showcase. In Chashan Town, this performing art has been well-preserved and passed through generations. The teachers from the Ha

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Hong Kong launches inaugural reading week to foster city-wide passion for books

STORY: Hong Kong launches inaugural reading week to foster city-wide passion for books SHOOTING TIME: April 20, 2024 DATELINE: April 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:06 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the reading week 2. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): LAU CHUN, Under secretary, Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau 3. various of the reading week and participants STORYLINE: The inaugural "Hong Kong Reading Week" kicked off on Saturday at New Town Plaza in Sha Tin, aiming to ignite public interest in reading. This initiative is part of the broader annual "Hong Kong Reading for All Day," designated by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, which is scheduled to take place every April 23. Organized by the Hong Kong Public Libraries (HKPL) under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), in collaboration with the Hong Kong Publishing Federation (HKPF), the event offers a diverse range of activities both online and offline, catering to all age groups.

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CHINA-AMERICAN YOUTHS-CHINA TRIP (CN)

(240329) -- BEIJING, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese student introduces Cantonese food to members of a delegation of high school students from the U.S. state of Washington at Yongqingfang, an old part of the city, in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, March 24, 2024. During the 11 days from March 17, a group of 24 American high school students visited Beijing and other Chinese cities as part of the exchange and study program that would invite 50,000 American youths to China over the next five years. TO GO WITH "Feature: American youths' amazing encounter with Chinese culture" (Xinhua/Lu Hanxin)

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Exploring folk custom Yakou Piaose in China's Guangdong

STORY: Exploring folk custom Yakou Piaose in China's Guangdong SHOOTING TIME: earlier footage DATELINE: March 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:14 LOCATION: GUANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Yakou Piaose parade 2. STANDUP 1 (English): SELMA DURAKOVIC, Expat in Zhongshan from Bosnia and Herzegovina 3. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): TAN HAOBIN, Inheritor of Yakou Piaose 4. STANDUP 2 (English): SELMA DURAKOVIC, Expat in Zhongshan from Bosnia and Herzegovina 5. STANDUP 3 (English): SELMA DURAKOVIC, Expat in Zhongshan from Bosnia and Herzegovina STORYLINE: Amidst the profound cultural heritage and historical imprints, Yakou Piaose parade stands out as a prominent cultural highlight in south China's Guangdong Province. STANDUP 1 (English): SELMA DURAKOVIC, Expat in Zhongshan from Bosnia and Herzegovina "Nestled amidst the mountains and sea, Yakou Village in Zhongshan boasts abundant natural resources. Amidst the profound cultural heritage and historical imprints, Yakou Piaose parade stands out as a pr

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CHINA-GUANGDONG-HONG KONG-MACAO-GREATER BAY AREA-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240217) -- GUANGZHOU, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Artists perform traditional Cantonese opera in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, Jan. 19, 2023. The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, a city cluster, is one of the most open areas in China with economic vitality. The greater bay area is composed of nine cities in Guangdong Province including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing, and two special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao. (Photo by Tang Dongtao/Xinhua)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CHINESE CUISINE-TASTING EVENT

(240204) -- LONDON, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A chef shows teapot- and teacup-shaped chocolate desserts during a Chinese cuisine tasting event held at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel in London, Britain, Feb. 2, 2024. During a Chinese cuisine tasting event held here on Friday, four master chefs from Shenzhen Culinary Association introduced the characteristics of Cantonese Cuisine, explained the cooking methods, and invited guests to prepare and taste the traditional Chinese Year's Eve dinner. TO GO WITH "Britons get early taste of Spring Festival" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CHINESE CUISINE-TASTING EVENT

(240204) -- LONDON, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A Cantonese classic dish Roasted Char Siu is seen during a Chinese cuisine tasting event held at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel in London, Britain, Feb. 2, 2024. During a Chinese cuisine tasting event held here on Friday, four master chefs from Shenzhen Culinary Association introduced the characteristics of Cantonese Cuisine, explained the cooking methods, and invited guests to prepare and taste the traditional Chinese Year's Eve dinner. TO GO WITH "Britons get early taste of Spring Festival" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CHINESE CUISINE-TASTING EVENT

(240204) -- LONDON, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chinese dishes are seen during a Chinese cuisine tasting event held at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel in London, Britain, Feb. 2, 2024. During a Chinese cuisine tasting event held here on Friday, four master chefs from Shenzhen Culinary Association introduced the characteristics of Cantonese Cuisine, explained the cooking methods, and invited guests to prepare and taste the traditional Chinese Year's Eve dinner. TO GO WITH "Britons get early taste of Spring Festival" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CHINESE CUISINE-TASTING EVENT

(240204) -- LONDON, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Teapot-shaped chocolate desserts are seen during a Chinese cuisine tasting event held at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel in London, Britain, Feb. 2, 2024. During a Chinese cuisine tasting event held here on Friday, four master chefs from Shenzhen Culinary Association introduced the characteristics of Cantonese Cuisine, explained the cooking methods, and invited guests to prepare and taste the traditional Chinese Year's Eve dinner. TO GO WITH "Britons get early taste of Spring Festival" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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Legislative work on Article 23 of HKSAR Basic Law will start soon: HKSAR chief executive

STORY: Legislative work on Article 23 of HKSAR Basic Law will start soon: HKSAR chief executive SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 16, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: LAW SHOTLIST: 1. various of views in China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): JOHN LEE, Chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) 3. various of views in China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) STORYLINE: John Lee, chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), said on Tuesday that when relevant departments have an overall plan ready, they should start the legislative work on Article 23 of the Basic Law of the HKSAR as soon as possible. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): JOHN LEE, Chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) "Hong Kong society understands the significance of safeguarding national security. The pain caused by threats to national security is unbearable. The

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FarmFest 2024 held in Hong Kong

STORY: FarmFest 2024 held in Hong Kong SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 5, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the FarmFest 2024 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): KENNETH LAW, Vendor 3. various of the FarmFest 2024 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): HO, Hong Kong resident 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): GU, Hong Kong resident 6. various of the FarmFest 2024 STORYLINE: Hong Kong's largest outdoor farmers' market opened Friday at the Fa Hui Park, showcasing a variety of local agricultural and fishery products and other goods. The three-day FarmFest 2024 is jointly organized by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), the Vegetable Marketing Organization (VMO) and the Fish Marketing Organization (FMO). The market, which houses some 400 stalls, opens from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with free admission. An array of agricultural and fishery products is on sale during FarmFest, featuring premium agricultural products produced by local organic, hydrop

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Results unveiled for HKSAR's 7th District Council Ordinary Election

STORY: Results unveiled for HKSAR's 7th District Council Ordinary Election SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 10-11, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of vote-counting process 2. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): DAVID LOK, Chairman of Electoral Affairs Commission 3. various of voting and vote-counting process 4. HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee speaking 5. various of HKSAR's Central Government Offices STORYLINE: Results of the Seventh District Council Ordinary Election of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) were unveiled Monday, with 176 district committees constituency councillors and 88 geographical constituency councillors elected. Over 1.19 million geographical constituency electors participated in the election, the voting and vote-counting processes operated smoothly in general, and all election arrangements were able to fully reflect the principles of transparency, honesty and fairness, said David Lok, chairman of the Electoral Affa

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Former COVID hospital in Hong Kong transformed to ramp up radiology services

STORY: Former COVID hospital in Hong Kong transformed to ramp up radiology services SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 13, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:24 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): SIN NGAI-CHUEN, Clinical stream coordinator of the New Territories East Cluster of the Hospital Authority 3. various of the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): PAUL LEE, Chairman of the Coordinating Committee in Radiology of the Hospital Authority 5. various of the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): Mrs. MAK, Hong Kong Resident 7. various of the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital 8. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): PAUL LEE, Chairman of the Coordinating Committee in Radiology of the Hospital Authority 7. various of the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital STORYLINE: The Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital in Hong Kong has been

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Hong Kong, mainland healthcare professionals exchange brings mutual inspiration

STORY: Hong Kong, mainland healthcare professionals exchange brings mutual inspiration DATELINE: Oct. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:23 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of healthcare professionals from the Chinese mainland arriving in Hong Kong 2. various of Princess Margaret Hospital 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): YEUNG YIU-CHEONG, Deputy chief of service of medicine and geriatrics of Princess Margaret Hospital 4. various of hospital 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LIU JIALI, Nurse from Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center 6. various of hospital 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): SAVINA SZE, Nurse consultant of gerontology from the Hospital Authority 8. various of the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital STORYLINE: About six months ago, a group of new faces appeared in the medical team of Hong Kong's public hospitals. Over 80 healthcare professionals from the Chinese mainland came to Hong Kong to exchange for about a year under Greater Bay Area Healthcare Talents Visiting Programs. The visit

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Century-long legend of Hong Kong Chin Woo

STORY: Century-long legend of Hong Kong Chin Woo DATELINE: Oct. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the training of Kung Fu 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): KE JUNLONG, Chairman of Hong Kong Chin Woo Athletic Association 3. various of the training of Kung Fu 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): KE JUNLONG, Chairman of Hong Kong Chin Woo Athletic Association STORYLINE: In Hong Kong, the Kung Fu world, made up of numerous martial arts sects, can be wrapped up in a single room. More than 20 martial arts masters of various Kung Fu styles have gathered together in a studio in downtown Kowloon and aligned with one and another under the name of "Chin Woo." After spending nearly five decades in the Hong Kong Chin Woo Athletic Association, Ke Junlong, the 69-year-old chairman, reckons Chin Woo as "a big family," drawing like-minded martial arts addicts together from various sects, and even across the boundaries of space and time. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): KE JUNLONG, Ch

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"Dress-up flyovers" in Hong Kong show characteristics of local districts, preserve memories

STORY: "Dress-up flyovers" in Hong Kong show characteristics of local districts, preserve memories DATELINE: Oct. 9, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:31 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the making of thematic designs and flyovers 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): GIGI NG, Landscape architect of the Highways Department of the HKSAR government 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): JIMMY YUEN, Landscape architect of the Highways Department of the HKSAR government STORYLINE: Walking through the streets of Hong Kong, thematic designs that manifest the uniqueness of local districts come into view from time to time, making passers-by slow down. In order to enhance the streetscape, improve the leisure environment of the community, and showcase the cultural characteristics of the city, since 2017, the Highways Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government has introduced thematic designs for the beautification of nearly 300 highway structures and subways. Beautification w

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BRITAIN-BRISTOL-MID AUTUMN FESTIVAL-CELEBRATION

(230925) -- BRISTOL, Sept. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists perform Cantonese Opera during a show themed "All Under One Moon" in celebration of the upcoming Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, in Bristol, Britain, Sept. 23, 2023. Many in Bristol in South West England had an early taste of the Mid-Autumn Festival atmosphere on Saturday afternoon thanks to an acclaimed cultural show presented by Chinese artists from Bristol's sister city Guangzhou. TO GO WITH "Feature: Britain's Bristol celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Chinese artists" (Xinhua/Du Juan)

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Britain's Bristol celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Chinese artists

STORY: Britain's Bristol celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Chinese artists DATELINE: Sept. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:05 LOCATION: BRISTOL, Britain CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of performances 2. SOUNDBITE (English): KATE NEWNHAM, Bristol Museum and Art Gallery senior collections officer STORYLINE: Many in Bristol in southwest England had an early taste of the Mid-Autumn Festival atmosphere on Saturday afternoon thanks to an acclaimed cultural show presented by Chinese artists from Bristol's sister city Guangzhou. The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival symbolizing family reunions. It falls on Sept. 29 this year. Under the theme "All Under One Moon," the show comprising dances, acrobatics, puppets play, Cantonese opera and music, took place at the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery. The artists were from five teams based in Guangzhou, the capital city of south China's Guangdong Province, including Guangzhou Song and Dance Theatre, Guangzhou Acro

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Chinese cultural performances staged in Madrid to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival

STORY: Chinese cultural performances staged in Madrid to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival DATELINE: Sept. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:59 LOCATION: Madrid CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Spanish): CHARO, Attendee from Madrid 3. various of the event 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Spanish): URQUIZO, Attendee from Bolivia 5. various of the event 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Spanish): JOSE MIGUEL, Spanish attendee 7. SOUNDBITE 4 (Spanish): MARTIN, Spanish attendee 8. various of the event STORYLINE: A gala night themed "A Moon-Moment to Remember" was held on Wednesday in Spain's capital city of Madrid in celebration of the traditional Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. More than 20 outstanding artists from China's Guangzhou staged Chinese cultural performances at the Casa de Vacas Cultural Center. The attendees from all over the world were fascinated by the dances, acrobatics, puppetry, folk music and traditional Cantonese opera. SOUNDBITE 1 (Spanish): CHARO, Spanish attendee "I liked it very much and of c

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Indian yoga master explores origin of Choy Lee Fut kung fu in China

STORY: Indian yoga master explores origin of Choy Lee Fut kung fu in China DATELINE: Sept. 8, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:33 LOCATION: GUANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JITU BRAHMA, Indian yoga master 2. various of Jitu Brahma practicing Choy Lee Fut kung fu 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): CHEN ZHONGJIE, Fifth-generation inheritor of Choy Lee Fut kung fu 4. various of Jitu Brahma practicing Choy Lee Fut kung fu 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): JITU BRAHMA, Indian yoga master STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JITU BRAHMA, Indian yoga master "My name is Jitu Brahma, I'm from India. I came to Jingmei Village to learn Choy Lee Fut kung fu. I hope I can learn more kung fu techniques, then take it back to my country, and teach people who want to learn kung fu." Choy Lee Fut is a Chinese martial art and wushu style founded in 1836 by Chen Xiang. Chen set up the first Choy Lee Fut martial arts school at the local family temple in his village, Jingmei. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): CHEN ZHONGJIE, Fifth

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Story of Hong Kong's coastal defense

STORY: Story of Hong Kong's coastal defense DATELINE: Sept. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:35 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the coastal defense 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): NATALIE LEUNG, Assistant curator I of Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): NATALIE LEUNG, Assistant curator I of Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): FRANCO YEUNG, Assistant curator II of Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): NATALIE LEUNG, Assistant curator I of Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence 6. various of the coastal defense STORYLINE: Located at a former military point in Hong Kong, a fort-turned-museum tells the history of Hong Kong's coastal defense. The Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence was converted from the Lyemun Fort built in 1887 on a headland overlooking Lyemun Pass. Along the winding mountain path near the museum, there were pillboxes and artillery shells around. After World War II, Lyemun Fort was no longer

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Hong Kong's Belt and Road summit to set up Middle East forum

STORY: Hong Kong's Belt and Road summit to set up Middle East forum DATELINE: Sept. 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press conference on Hong Kong's Belt and Road Summit 2. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): ALGERNON YAU, Secretary for commerce and economic development of the HKSAR government 3. various of Peter K N Lam, chairman of the HKTDC STORYLINE: The eighth edition of Hong Kong's Belt and Road Summit will be held on Sept. 13-14, featuring a new Middle East forum, the organizer said in Hong Kong Thursday. The annual summit, under the theme Prospering on a Decade of Collaboration this year, is jointly organized by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Some 80 government officials and business leaders from countries and regions along the Belt and Road, as well as project owners and investors, will gather to share their Belt and Road experience over the past 10 years and explor

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HKSAR gov't confident in ensuring ample land supply: official

STORY: HKSAR gov't confident in ensuring ample land supply: official DATELINE: Aug. 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:31 LOCATION: HONG KONG CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the forum on financing land creation for Hong Kong 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): PAUL CHAN, Financial secretary of HKSAR government 3. various of the forum on financing land creation for Hong Kong 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): PAUL CHAN, Financial secretary of HKSAR government 5. various of the forum on financing land creation for Hong Kong STORYLINE: The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government has the necessary financing plans to ensure sufficient land supply and support future massive reclamation projects, an official said Wednesday. Paul Chan, financial secretary of the HKSAR government, told a forum on financing land creation that the current-term HKSAR government has been committed to accelerating land supply and supporting infrastructure development in Hong Kong. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): PAUL CHAN, Fina

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Guardian of bird cage making skills in Hong Kong

STORY: Guardian of bird cage making skills in Hong Kong DATELINE: July 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:52 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the bird-cage store 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): CHEN LECAI, Bird cage maker 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): CHEN LECAI, Bird cage maker 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): CHEN LECAI, Bird cage maker 5. various of the bird-cage store 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): KWOK DYLAN, Chen Lecai's disciple STORYLINE: Near the Prince Edward Flower Market in Kowloon, there is a bird garden with a Chinese garden design theme. When you are in it, you are greeted with all kinds of bird cages and birds, and your ears echo with crisp birdsong. An inconspicuous stall is full of bird cages of different sizes and styles, and an old master is focusing on fiddling with the bird cages in front of him. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): CHEN LECAI, Bird cage maker "In the old days, no one studied this trade, most people would learn carpentry, cement, electrical and so on. This business wa

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Hong Kong breaker to compete in Asian Games Hangzhou 2022

STORY: Hong Kong breaker to compete in Asian Games Hangzhou 2022 DATELINE: July 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:22 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Wong Chiu Wai dancing 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): WONG CHIU WAI, Breaking athlete 3. various of Wong Chiu Wai dancing 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): WONG CHIU WAI, Breaking athlete 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): WONG CHIU WAI, Breaking athlete 6. various of Wong Chiu Wai practicing 7. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): WONG CHIU WAI, Breaking athlete STORYLINE: The breaking competition will debut at the Asian Games Hangzhou 2022 and the Paris 2024 Games. Wong Chiu Wai, also named as Lady Banan, is from Hong Kong and has been practicing breaking for years. She has qualified for the Asian Games and is looking forward to achieving her goal in the Asian Games. Wong is a beautician and has been a breaker for 11 years even since she was introduced to it as a student. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): WONG CHIU WAI, Breaking athlete "There are so few B-girls in Ho

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Giant panda capable of understanding Cantonese in China's Guangdong

STORY: Giant panda capable of understanding Cantonese in China's Guangdong DATELINE: July 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:48 LOCATION: GUANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of giant panda Ya Yi eating a corn ice 2. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): Zookeeper, Guangzhou Zoo STORYLINE: A zookeeper handed a corn ice to giant panda Ya Yi at Guangzhou Zoo. SOUNDBITE (Cantonese): Zookeeper, Guangzhou Zoo "Take it yourself." Ya Yi immediately held the corn ice. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Guangzhou, China. (XHTV)

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New Zealand musician creates music to reflect connection to China's Zhongshan

STORY: New Zealand musician in Zhongshan creates music reflecting Dragon Boat Festival DATELINE: July 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:52 LOCATION: ZHONGSHAN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): DONALD KEPPLE, Musician from New Zealand 2. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): DONALD KEPPLE, Musician from New Zealand 3. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): DONALD KEPPLE, Musician from New Zealand 4. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): ALAN, Drummer of the band 5. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): DONALD KEPPLE, Musician from New Zealand STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (English): DONALD KEPPLE, Musician from New Zealand "Summer has arrived, and in Zhongshan that means many interesting events and special occasions. Our band is called Tempest. My wife and I both come from a classical music background, but we also have a very explosive style of playing. I have a digital guzheng sound on my computer. That's connected to the keyboard and I can play it with all my sounds together. I play the actual acoustic instrument, with some effects layered on top. Zhongs

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Touring Hong Kong with centennial trams

STORY: Touring Hong Kong with centennial trams DATELINE: June 26, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:48 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Hong Kong trams 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): NIXON CHEUNG, Head of Commercial and Brand at Hong Kong Tramways 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): NIXON CHEUNG, Head of Commercial and Brand at Hong Kong Tramways 4. various of Hong Kong trams STORYLINE: Hong Kong trams, called "Ding Ding" by locals, have long been one of the city's essential icons. For many people here, the tram represents the laid-back lifestyle and unique charm of Hong Kong. It offers a glimpse into the city's history and modern landscape. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): NIXON CHEUNG, Head of Commercial and Brand at Hong Kong Tramways "They (many people in Hong Kong) think time is so precious that they have to work against the clock, which actually makes them very exhausted. I hope passengers can relax and take a break on the tram. They can look at the views through the windows and feel the tendernes

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CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU-CULTURE (CN)

(230616) -- GUANGZHOU, June 16, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Cantonese opera actors perform at the Cantonese Opera Art Museum in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, April 18, 2023. Guangzhou has a history of more than 2,000 years. The city has been a place of cultural integration between Chinese and foreign cultures since ancient times. It has manifested the openness and inclusiveness involved with Chinese culture. (Xinhua/Liu Dawei)

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Hong Kong's Cheung Chau Bun Festival back after 3-year suspension

STORY: Hong Kong's Cheung Chau Bun Festival back after 3-year suspension DATELINE: May 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:14 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Bun Festival in Cheung Chau 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): YUNG CHI-MING, Chairman of Cheung Chau Bun Festival Committee 3. various of Bun Festival in Cheung Chau 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): JANET KUNG, Competitor in Bun Scrambling Competition 5. various of street views in Cheung Chau STORYLINE: The Bun Festival, one of Hong Kong's most colorful cultural celebration events, came back to Cheung Chau, a small island south of Hong Kong, after three years of hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the five-day festival concluded on Saturday last week. A large number of visitors watched the "piu sik" parade, one of the festival's highlights. Other activities included lion dances, opera performances and a bun scrambling competition. It is said that the festival originated from the tradition of islanders dressing up as gods and

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Aspiration of Pakistani constable of Hong Kong Police Force

STORY: Aspiration of Pakistani constable of Hong Kong Police Force DATELINE: May 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:12 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force 2. various of Ifzal Zaffar 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force 5. various of the classes 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force "My parents are Pakistanis who migrated to Hong Kong. I was born and raised here in Hong Kong." Ifzal Zaffar joined the Hong Kong Police Force in 2015 and has been serving the team by making full use of his language advantage. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): IFZAL ZAFFAR, Constable of Hong Kong Police Force "I can communicate with Pakistanis, Indians, and other people from South Asian countries to learn more a

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China's Shenzhen, Hong Kong accelerate cross border medical cooperation

STORY: China's Shenzhen, Hong Kong accelerate cross border medical cooperation DATELINE: May 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: SHENZHEN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the hospital, doctors and patients 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): KENNETH CHEUNG, Chief Executive of HKU-SZH 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): TONY CHAU, Hong Kong resident STORYLINE: With the promotion of cross-border medical cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, more and more Hong Kong residents have chosen to come to the Chinese mainland for medical service. In Guangdong's Shenzhen, the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital(HKU-SZH) has implemented various medical services for Hong Kong residents who have a long stay in the mainland or on a short trip. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): TONY CHAU, Hong Kong resident "I usually come here for general practitioners, sometime for other departments. They are professional with quality service. They speak Cantonese, which is convenient for us. In general, it is convenien

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Hong Kong special school teacher brings hope to students

STORY: Hong Kong special school teacher brings hope to students DATELINE: May 10, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:28 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Ko Cheuk Ki 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): KO CHEUK KI, Teacher at the Hong Kong Red Cross Hospital Schools 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): KO CHEUK KI, Teacher at the Hong Kong Red Cross Hospital Schools 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): KO CHEUK KI, Teacher at the Hong Kong Red Cross Hospital Schools 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Cantonese): KO CHEUK KI, Teacher at the Hong Kong Red Cross Hospital Schools STORYLINE: Ko Cheuk Ki is a teacher at the Hong Kong Red Cross Hospital Schools, the only school in Hong Kong that provides education services for hospitalized children. At the school where Ko works, there are neither school bells ringing nor students running around the playground. Ko first learned about the Hospital Schools from a newspaper report in 2009 when she had just finished her Master's degree in language. Founded in 1954, the school initially provi

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Giant pandas enjoy colorful life with their "human family" in Hong Kong

STORY: Giant pandas enjoy colorful life with their "human family" in Hong Kong DATELINE: May 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:02 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the giant pandas at Ocean Park Hong Kong 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): WU JIKEI, Panda caretaker 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Cantonese): LEUNG GALEUN, Panda caretaker STORYLINE: Two giant pandas, Lele and Yingying, have been living in China's Hong Kong for nearly 16 years. The pandas were sent here as a celebration gift for the 10th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. Wu Jikei, a 39-year-old caretaker, joined Ocean Park in the same year as the two pandas arrived, and has since been taking care of them. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): WU JIKEI, Panda caretaker "Ever since childhood, I've hoped for working with animals. Luckily, I've eventually become a caretaker for giant pandas. When I first met Yingying and Lele, I saw they were so small, round, so cute, and so young and energetic. We played together all day long. It was l

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Hong Kong popular destination for mainland travelers during May Day holiday

STORY: Hong Kong popular destination for mainland travelers during May Day holiday DATELINE: May 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:09 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: TOURISM SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists in Hong Kong 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): Mainland tourist 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): Mainland tourist 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): Mainland tour guide 5. various of performance in Hong Kong Disneyland 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): Mainland tourist 7. SOUNDBITE 5 (Chinese): Mainland tourist 8. SOUNDBITE 6 (Cantonese): RICCO LEUNG, Operations manager of Hong Kong Disneyland 9. various of services in Hong Kong Disneyland 10. various of a travel agency's office 11. SOUNDBITE 7 (Chinese): CHEN RUIDONG, Acting general manager, China Travel Service (H.K.) Limited 12. various of tourists in Hong Kong 13. SOUNDBITE 8 (Chinese): RICKY TSE, Deputy Chairman & Inbound Convenor, Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong 14. various of tourists in Hong Kong STORYLINE: Hong Kong is embracing a massive influx of visitors from the mainland du

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70-year-old HK printing shop makes traditional craft lasting impressions

STORY: 70-year-old HK printing shop makes traditional craft lasting impressions DATELINE: April 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:00 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of a printing shop in Hong Kong 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Cantonese): YAM WAI-SANG, 2nd-generation operator of Kwong Wah Printing 3. file of printing shops in Hong Kong 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): YAM WAI-SANG, 2nd-generation operator of Kwong Wah Printing 5. photos of letterpress printing workshops 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Cantonese): YAM WAI-SANG, 2nd-generation operator of Kwong Wah Printing 7. various of printing machines and the operator STORYLINE: Tucked away on the slope of Sai Street in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, lies a printing shop that has been in business for nearly 70 years. Kwong Wah Printing occupies several dozen square meters, of which nearly half is taken up by two printing machines, including an original Heidelberg Windmill that has been in use for over 50 years. Yam Wai-sang is the second-generation operator of the

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 4, 2023 shows a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork by Wang Xinyuan in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten years old. He

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan shows a piece of traditional Guangzhou embroidery artwork at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 4, 2023 shows a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork by Wang Xinyuan in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten years old. He

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 6, 2022 shows a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork by Wang Xinyuan in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten years old. He s

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan teaches an apprentice at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten years old. He started to know

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan arranges Guangzhou embroidery artworks at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten years old. H

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan shows a creative cultural product of Guangzhou embroidery at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan looks at a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes at ten ye

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan introduces a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork on silk cotton flowers at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, April 4, 2023. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan guides students in a class on Guangzhou embroidery at a primary school in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Oct. 12, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothes

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan arranges creative cultural products of Guangzhou embroidery at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own clothe

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS)CHINA-GUANGDONG-GUANGZHOU EMBROIDERY-INHERITOR (CN)

(230418) -- GUANGZHOU, April 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wang Xinyuan makes a piece of Guangzhou embroidery artwork on bronze ware at his studio in Liwan District of Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 6, 2022. Cantonese embroidery is one of the four famous embroideries in China. Guangzhou embroidery, part of Cantonese embroidery, dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Boasting of over 30 kinds of stitches, Guangzhou embroidery is well known for complicated composition, vivid image, rich colour and lustre, and varied styles. In May of 2006, it was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritages in China. Wang Xinyuan, a representative inheritor of Guangzhou embroidery, has been engaged in the walk for over 20 years. He not only inherits the tradition, but also seeks for innovation. In 1982, Wang was born in a tailor family in Wuning County of east China's Jiangxi Province. Due to the influence of his parents, he could darn his own cloth