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UNESCO highlights key role of intercultural dialogue for sustainable future

STORY: UNESCO highlights key role of intercultural dialogue for sustainable future SHOOTING TIME: June 10, 2024 DATELINE: June 11, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): GABRIELA RAMOS, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences STORYLINE: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Monday underscored that intercultural dialogue is key to the sustainable future on the first International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, recently established by a UN resolution. Gabriela Ramos, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences, made the remarks in a video message. SOUNDBITE (English): GABRIELA RAMOS, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences "The world is at the crossroads. At the time when global challenges such as climate change, pandemic, conflict and growing social and economic inequalities demand cooperative solutions, we also see record level

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Chinese language contest held in Madagascar

STORY: Chinese language contest held in Madagascar SHOOTING TIME: May 25, 2024 DATELINE: May 27, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:45 LOCATION: Antananarivo CATEGORY: EDUCATION/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Confucius Institute at the University of Antananarivo 2. various of the Chinese language contest 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): RAKOTOMANANA HAJANIRINA, Vice-president of the University of Antananarivo 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): VAVY ORNELLA LOCK, Winner of the competition STORYLINE: The final round of the 2024 "Chinese Bridge" language competition in Madagascar concluded in Antananarivo on Saturday with a total of 16 university students contesting for the championship. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): RAKOTOMANANA HAJANIRINA, Vice-president of the University of Antananarivo "Learning Chinese is becoming increasingly important in today's world. Therefore, mastering the Chinese language opens up new professional and academic perspectives and promotes intercultural dialogue." SOUNDBITE 2 (French): VAVY ORNELLA LOCK, Winner of the

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UNESCO forum on intercultural dialogue, mutual learning held in Paris

STORY: UNESCO forum on intercultural dialogue, mutual learning held in Paris SHOOTING TIME: April 15, 2024 DATELINE: April 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:37 LOCATION: Paris CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the forum 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SUSAN DENYER, World Heritage Adviser, ICOMOS and Secretary of ICOMOS-UK (the International Council on Monuments and Site, UK) 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): EUAN MACKWAY-JONES, Associate Programme Specialist in the Section for Intercultural Dialogue, UNESCO 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): ZHAO SHENGLIANG, Party chief of the Dunhuang Academy STORYLINE: An international symposium focusing on intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in Paris. At the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters, experts convened to discuss the history of cultural exchange on the Silk Road. They also engaged in mutual learning and contemporary intercultural communication. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SUSAN DENYER, World Heri

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGES

(240416) -- PARIS, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Delegates attend a panel discuss of an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, April 15, 2024. The symposium, held at the headquarters of UNESCO, discussed the historical dimension of the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, as well as intercultural dialogue and mutual learning in the contemporary world. Some 200 people attended the symposium jointly hosted by China's State Council Information Office, UNESCO and China's National Commission for UNESCO. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGES

(240416) -- PARIS, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Delegates attend an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, April 15, 2024. The symposium, held at the headquarters of UNESCO, discussed the historical dimension of the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, as well as intercultural dialogue and mutual learning in the contemporary world. Some 200 people attended the symposium jointly hosted by China's State Council Information Office, UNESCO and China's National Commission for UNESCO. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGES

(240416) -- PARIS, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Jianchun (1st L), vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), delivers an opening speech during an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, April 15, 2024. The symposium, held at the headquarters of UNESCO, discussed the historical dimension of the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, as well as intercultural dialogue and mutual learning in the contemporary world. Some 200 people attended the symposium jointly hosted by China's State Council Information Office, UNESCO and China's National Commission for UNESCO. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGES

(240416) -- PARIS, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Doudou Diene (1st L, back), former director of UNESCO's Division of Intercultural Dialogue, delivers a keynote speech at an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, April 15, 2024. The symposium, held at the headquarters of UNESCO, discussed the historical dimension of the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, as well as intercultural dialogue and mutual learning in the contemporary world. Some 200 people attended the symposium jointly hosted by China's State Council Information Office, UNESCO and China's National Commission for UNESCO. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGES

(240416) -- PARIS, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Delegates attend an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations held at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, April 15, 2024. The symposium, held at the headquarters of UNESCO, discussed the historical dimension of the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, as well as intercultural dialogue and mutual learning in the contemporary world. Some 200 people attended the symposium jointly hosted by China's State Council Information Office, UNESCO and China's National Commission for UNESCO. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Doudou Diene (1st L, Rear), former director of UNESCO's Division of Intercultural Dialogue, speaks at an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Experts attend a panel during an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Jianchun (1st L, Rear), vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), delivers his opening speech at an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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FRANCE-PARIS-UNESCO-SYMPOSIUM-INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE-MUTUAL LEARNING

(240415) -- PARIS, April 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France, on April 15, 2024. The international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations was held Monday in the French capital. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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Experts hail BRICS as inclusive platform for global cooperation

STORY: Experts hail BRICS as inclusive platform for global cooperation DATELINE: Aug. 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:35 LOCATION: JOHANNESBURG, South Africa CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Johannesburg and 15th BRICS Summit 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CAVINCE ADHERE, Kenya-based international relations scholar 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): WILLIAM JONES, Washington bureau chief of U.S. publication Executive Intelligence Review 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): MOKHTAR GHOBASHY, Deputy chairman of Cairo-based Arab Center for Political and Strategic Studies STORYLINE: Experts around the world speak highly of the achievements made by the BRICS Summit and its role in providing an inclusive platform for global cooperation. The 15th BRICS Summit was held on Aug. 22-24 in Johannesburg, South Africa. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CAVINCE ADHERE, Kenya-based international relations scholar "I think BRICS (not only) offers an opportunity for intercultural collaboration among the participating countries, but also other countr

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Summer camp for Saudi students in China opens in Qingdao

STORY: Summer camp for Saudi students in China opens in Qingdao DATELINE: July 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:38 LOCATION: TIANJIN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the summer camp STORYLINE: A summer camp for Saudi students studying in China recently opened in east China's Qingdao. The camp is jointly organized by China's Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. and Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco). During the three-week program, the Saudi students will stay in Qingdao and north China's Tianjin to take courses, do training, and participate in other activities. The summer camp is also a chance to deepen intercultural communications and the friendship between China and Saudi Arabia. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Tianjin, China. (XHTV)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-CHINESE-BUILT RAILWAY-TALENTS-TRAINING

(230601) -- NAIROBI, June 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese instructor Chen Ling (R) teaches her apprentices to sing Chinese songs during work break in Nairobi, Kenya, May 23, 2023. Chen works for the electrical equipment maintenance section of the Africa Star Railway Operation Company. In the four years she has been working in Kenya, she witnessed the improvement on vocational skills of her female apprentices. "Now they can all work on their own," Chen said. Judith Wanzila Peter, one of Chen's apprentices, said she learned more than just skills from her instructor. She also learned a lot from their intercultural exchanges. "We are more like friends and sisters," Judith said. The Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway in Kenya has become a flagship project of China-Africa cooperation, a "business card" of Chinese enterprises and a demonstration project of the Belt and Road Initiative. The 480-km rail line, linking the largest port in East Africa, Mombasa, to Kenya's capital Nairobi, was built by the China Road

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KENYA-NAIROBI-CHINESE-BUILT RAILWAY-TALENTS-TRAINING

(230601) -- NAIROBI, June 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese instructor Chen Ling (R) works with apprentice Lucy Njeri Wanjohi in Nairobi, Kenya, May 23, 2023. Chen works for the electrical equipment maintenance section of the Africa Star Railway Operation Company. In the four years she has been working in Kenya, she witnessed the improvement on vocational skills of her female apprentices. "Now they can all work on their own," Chen said. Judith Wanzila Peter, one of Chen's apprentices, said she learned more than just skills from her instructor. She also learned a lot from their intercultural exchanges. "We are more like friends and sisters," Judith said. The Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway in Kenya has become a flagship project of China-Africa cooperation, a "business card" of Chinese enterprises and a demonstration project of the Belt and Road Initiative. The 480-km rail line, linking the largest port in East Africa, Mombasa, to Kenya's capital Nairobi, was built by the China Road and Bridge Corporation

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KENYA-NAIROBI-CHINESE-BUILT RAILWAY-TALENTS-TRAINING

(230601) -- NAIROBI, June 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese instructor Chen Ling (L) instructs apprentice Judith Wanzila Peter on operating electrical devices in Nairobi, Kenya, May 23, 2023. Chen works for the electrical equipment maintenance section of the Africa Star Railway Operation Company. In the four years she has been working in Kenya, she witnessed the improvement on vocational skills of her female apprentices. "Now they can all work on their own," Chen said. Judith, one of Chen's apprentices, said she learned more than just skills from her instructor. She also learned a lot from their intercultural exchanges. "We are more like friends and sisters," Judith said. The Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway in Kenya has become a flagship project of China-Africa cooperation, a "business card" of Chinese enterprises and a demonstration project of the Belt and Road Initiative. The 480-km rail line, linking the largest port in East Africa, Mombasa, to Kenya's capital Nairobi, was built by the China Road and

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KENYA-NAIROBI-CHINESE-BUILT RAILWAY-TALENTS-TRAINING

(230601) -- NAIROBI, June 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese instructor Chen Ling (R) works with apprentice Lucy Njeri Wanjohi in Nairobi, Kenya, May 23, 2023. Chen works for the electrical equipment maintenance section of the Africa Star Railway Operation Company. In the four years she has been working in Kenya, she witnessed the improvement on vocational skills of her female apprentices. "Now they can all work on their own," Chen said. Judith Wanzila Peter, one of Chen's apprentices, said she learned more than just skills from her instructor. She also learned a lot from their intercultural exchanges. "We are more like friends and sisters," Judith said. The Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway in Kenya has become a flagship project of China-Africa cooperation, a "business card" of Chinese enterprises and a demonstration project of the Belt and Road Initiative. The 480-km rail line, linking the largest port in East Africa, Mombasa, to Kenya's capital Nairobi, was built by the China Road and Bridge Corporation

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Marco (1st L) chats with schoolmates at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much in common. For example,

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Rafaela (L), Manuela (C) and Maria take a selfie near the Weiming Lake of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on March 31, 2023 shows Maria (R) talking with an instructor after a Chinese class at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Bra

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Rafaela (L), Manuela (C) and Maria pose for a photo near the Weiming Lake of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Bra

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Maria (2nd L) chats with schoolmates at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much in common. For example,

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Rafaela (R) and Maria talk at a classroom at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Rafaela (R) reads a book at a library of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much in common. For example

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Rafaela (R) chats with a schoolmate at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much in common. For example,

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Maria (R) scans a QR code on a vending machine at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, April 13, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Maria (R) chats with her language partner Yin Yue, a student majoring in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, April 13, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Manuela practices volleyball at Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, March 31, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much in common. For example, both ar

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CHINA-BEIJING-BRAZILIAN STUDENTS (CN)

(230415) -- BEIJING, April 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Maria (2nd R) talks with schoolmates at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in Beijing, capital of China, April 13, 2023. Maria Eduarda Variani, Rafaela Viana dos Santos, Manuela Boiteux Pestana, and Marco Andre Rocha Germano are Brazilian students studying in the Master of China Studies program at the Yenching Academy of Peking University in China. The four of them have been interested in Chinese culture since they were young. After arriving in Beijing, they have been impressed by the Chinese capital's profound cultural heritage, convenient public services, and fabulous cityscape. While making Chinese friends and learning about Chinese culture, they also participate in intercultural exchanges with other international students. "Studying at Peking University gives me the chance to have a deeper understanding of Chinese history, tradition, and living customs," said Manuela. In the view of the four Brazilian students, China and Brazil have much

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Kobe Univ. professor Wang

KOBE, Japan - Wang Ke, a professor of modern Chinese political thought at Kobe University's Graduate School of Intercultural Studies, holds a press conference in Kobe, western Japan, on March 25, 2014. He had been missing since traveling to China earlier in March and arrived back in Japan on March 24. Wang also focuses on ethnic minorities in China including the Uyghurs.

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Crown Prince Naruhito gives lecture at Gakushuin Women's College

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito gives a special lecture to students and teachers at Gakushuin Women's College on Jan. 19 about his experience of studying at Oxford University. The prince spoke for 90 minutes on the theme of ''Overseas study opens up a new world'' to 118 students in the Department of Intercultural Communication, and 31 teachers and staff of the college, according to Gakushuin officials. (Pool photo)

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Parents of Japanese boy killed in U.S. receive award

NAGOYA, Japan - Masaichi Hattori (L) and his wife Mieko, whose son was shot dead while studying in the United States 10 years ago, received the Galatti Award on Dec. 3 in Nagoya from the American Field Service (AFS) Intercultural Programs for their volunteer work to promote cultural understanding. The couple established the Yoshi Foundation in June 1993 with 10 million yen from their son Yoshihiro's life insurance.

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Ecological protection efforts of E China's Jiangxi on display at COP15

STORY: Ecological protection efforts of E China's Jiangxi on display at COP15 DATELINE: Dec. 11, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:24 LOCATION: MONTREAL, Canada CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the China Pavilion at COP15 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZHANG MENG, Researcher, Jiangxi Academy of Eco-environmental Sciences and Planning 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ABELARDO CASTILLO ROSAS, Specialist in human geography and wildlife, Intercultural Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans STORYLINE: Ecological protection efforts of east China's Jiangxi Province are on display at the China Pavilion during the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) in Montreal, Canada. Through vivid pictures and cultural and creative products, audiences can get first-hand information on the protection of rare and endangered species in the province. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZHANG MENG, Researcher, Jiangxi Academy of Eco-environmental Sciences and Planning "We mainly share the bio

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UGANDA-KAMPALA-WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

(220521) -- KAMPALA, May 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- An artist works on a painting during an event to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development at Uganda National Cultural Center in Kampala, Uganda, on May 21, 2022. World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed annually on May 21 to highlight not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

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UGANDA-KAMPALA-WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

(220521) -- KAMPALA, May 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Visitors play a board game popularly known as Omweso during an event to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development at Uganda National Cultural Center in Kampala, Uganda, on May 21, 2022. World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed annually on May 21 to highlight not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

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UGANDA-KAMPALA-WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

(220521) -- KAMPALA, May 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- An artist performs during an event to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development at Uganda National Cultural Center in Kampala, Uganda, on May 21, 2022. World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed annually on May 21 to highlight not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

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UGANDA-KAMPALA-WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

(220521) -- KAMPALA, May 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Artists perform during an event to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development at Uganda National Cultural Center in Kampala, Uganda, on May 21, 2022. World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed annually on May 21 to highlight not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

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UGANDA-KAMPALA-WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

(220521) -- KAMPALA, May 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor takes photos of a painting during an event to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development at Uganda National Cultural Center in Kampala, Uganda, on May 21, 2022. World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed annually on May 21 to highlight not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua)

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UN Chinese Language Day celebrated globally

STORY: UN Chinese Language Day celebrated globally DATELINE: April 22, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:34 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of 2022 United Nations (UN) Chinese Language Day related footage 2. various of Santiago Mourao delivering a speech 3. various of students of University of East Sarajevo celebrating 4. SOUNDBITE 1: LAMIJA HAJROVIC, Student, University of East Sarajevo 5. various of Chinese Embassy in Cuba celebrating 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): MA HUI, Chinese Ambassador to Cuba 7. various of performance STORYLINE: Established in 2010, the United Nations (UN) Chinese Language Day falls on April 20 every year and is celebrated globally. At the headquarters of UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in Paris, events were held Wednesday to mark the day. President of the 41st UNESCO General Conference Santiago Mourao praised the Chinese language for its contribution to cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue, and lasting peace. On

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German expat in Shanghai speaks highly of social harmony amid COVID-19 resurgence

STORY: German expat in Shanghai speaks highly of social harmony amid COVID-19 resurgence DATELINE: April 13, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:09 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): HANS-JOERG WEBER, Lecturer, Shanghai International Studies University STORYLINE: Shanghai is going all out to fight against the resurgence of COVID-19. A German expat in Shanghai speaks highly of the social harmony he has witnessed and experienced amid the COVID-19 resurgence. Hans-Joerg Weber said that on a social level, on a compound level, and on a house level, the behavior and the interaction, the social interaction between these different families are pretty harmonious. SOUNDBITE (English): HANS-JOERG WEBER, Lecturer, Shanghai International Studies University "I'm a lecturer at SISU (Shanghai International Studies University) University and responsible for intercultural training and some literature study for students all over the university at the School of Education. When we all experienced t

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ZAMBIA-LUSAKA-FOOD MARKET

(220331) -- LUSAKA, March 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on March 26, 2022 shows a view of the Lusaka Food Market in Lusaka, Zambia. TO GO WITH "Feature: Zambian food market enhances intercultural relations" (Photo by Lillian Banda/Xinhua)

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FEATURE: Gov't cracking down on lax Japanese-language schools

Photo taken in Tokyo's Taito Ward on July 13, 2016, shows a Japanese-language lesson for foreign students at the Intercultural Institute of Japan.(Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Diversity management key for Japan with dwindling working population

Link Global Solution Inc. President Akira Isshiki (R) and Executive Director Gareth Monteath pose for photos at their office in Tokyo on March 14, 2016. The firm provides intercultural communication training for corporate clients. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Crown Prince Naruhito gives lecture at Gakushuin Women's College

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito gives a special lecture to students and teachers at Gakushuin Women's College on Jan. 19 about his experience of studying at Oxford University. The prince spoke for 90 minutes on the theme of ''Overseas study opens up a new world'' to 118 students in the Department of Intercultural Communication, and 31 teachers and staff of the college, according to Gakushuin officials. (Pool photo) (Kyodo)

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Parents of Japanese boy killed in U.S. receive award

NAGOYA, Japan - Masaichi Hattori (L) and his wife Mieko, whose son was shot dead while studying in the United States 10 years ago, received the Galatti Award on Dec. 3 in Nagoya from the American Field Service (AFS) Intercultural Programs for their volunteer work to promote cultural understanding. The couple established the Yoshi Foundation in June 1993 with 10 million yen from their son Yoshihiro's life insurance. (Kyodo)