Chinese art charms audience at 60th Venice Biennale

STORY: Chinese art charms audience at 60th Venice Biennale SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: April 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:22 LOCATION: VENICE, Italy CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of 60th Venice Biennale 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG XIAOSONG, Curator of China's National Pavilion, Professor from the Zhejiang University 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Italian): LAURA FINCATO, Veteran Italian politician and honorary citizen of Suzhou STORYLINE: China's National Pavilion at the 60th Venice Biennale opened to public on Thursday in Venice, Italy, which attracts audience from all around the world. The pavilion aims to bring together diverse elements, reflecting the Chinese cultural values of inclusiveness and the shared pursuit of beauty. According to Wang Xiaosong, Curator of China's National Pavilion, art is the best bridge to connect various cultures. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG XIAOSONG, Curator of China's National Pavilion, Professor from the Zhejiang University "The theme of this year's national pavilion

17-year-long effort of compiling collection of ancient Chinese paintings bears fruit

STORY: 17-year-long effort of compiling collection of ancient Chinese paintings bears fruit DATELINE: Dec. 19, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:34 LOCATION: HANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of classical Chinese paintings at the exhibition 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG XIAOSONG, Deputy dean of School of Art and Archaeology, Zhejiang University 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): JIN XIAOMING, Chinese Ancient Calligraphy and Painting Research Center, Zhejiang University 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): WANG XIAOSONG, Deputy dean of School of Art and Archaeology, Zhejiang University 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): YUAN YACHUN, Chief editor of Zhejiang University Press STORYLINE: At an exhibition at Zhejiang University, east China, 500 high-quality prints of classical Chinese paintings are on display. The exhibition features part of China's achievements in compiling "A Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings." It is a state project that involves at least 12,405 pieces (sets) of Chinese paintings from over 26

Chinese technicians grab medals at WorldSkills Competition in Japan's Kyoto

STORY: Chinese technicians grab medals at WorldSkills Competition in Japan's Kyoto DATELINE: Oct. 20, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:19 LOCATION: KYOTO, Japan CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the awarding ceremony 2. various of the WorldSkills Competition 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI ZHENGYU, Head of the Chinese delegation in Kyoto 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LI XIAOSONG, Gold medalist, WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition STORYLINE: Three Chinese young technicians won two gold and one silver medals in all three contests on Wednesday in the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition held in Japan's Kyoto. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI ZHENGYU, Head of the Chinese delegation in Kyoto "The Chinese contestants performed very well in all three events. They had made adequate preparations devotedly. In the competition, they have manifested the skills of young technicians in China. We are satisfied with the result." SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LI XIAOSONG, Gold medalist, WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION-CHINESE COMPETITORS

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION-CHINESE COMPETITORS

(221019) -- KYOTO, Oct. 19, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Li Xiaosong (C), a student from Chongqing College of Electronic Engineering, participates in a contest during the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition in Kyoto, Japan, Oct. 18, 2022. Three Chinese young technicians won two gold and one silver medals in all three contests on Wednesday in the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition held in Japan's Kyoto. On Wednesday's awarding ceremony, Chinese competitors Li Xiaosong and Chen Zhiyong took home the gold medals in the optoelectronic technology and renewable energy contests, respectively, and Zhang Honghao picked up the silver medal in information network cabling. (Xinhua/Hua Yi)

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION-CHINESE COMPETITORS

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION-CHINESE COMPETITORS

(221019) -- KYOTO, Oct. 19, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chinese competitors Chen Zhiyong, Zhang Honghao and Li Xiaosong (from L to R) pose for a photo with the Chinese national flag and their medals during the awarding ceremony of the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition in Kyoto, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Three Chinese young technicians won two gold and one silver medals in all three contests on Wednesday in the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition held in Japan's Kyoto. On Wednesday's awarding ceremony, Chinese competitors Li Xiaosong and Chen Zhiyong took home the gold medals in the optoelectronic technology and renewable energy contests, respectively, and Zhang Honghao picked up the silver medal in information network cabling. (Xinhua)

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION

JAPAN-KYOTO-WORLDSKILLS COMPETITION

(221015) -- KYOTO, Oct. 15, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Li Xiaosong, a student from Chongqing College of Electronic Engineering, participates in the optoelectronic technology contest during the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition in Kyoto, Japan, Oct. 15, 2022. Three skill contests of the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition kicked off Saturday in Kyoto, Japan, where Chinese contestants are competing against other young technicians from around the world. The contests are being held by Kyoto on Oct. 15-18 as part of WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition: information network cabling, optoelectronic technology and renewable energy. (Xinhua/Hua Yi)

Chinese dictionary buzzwords illustrate China's transformations in past decade

STORY: Chinese dictionary buzzwords illustrate China's transformations in past decade DATELINE: Sept. 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:25 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: various of street view in Chinavarious of the dictionary STORYLINE: The Standard Dictionary of Contemporary Chinese, launched in 2004, recently released its fourth edition, which incorporates nearly 1,000 new buzzwords. Phrases such as "new normal," "free trade zone," "carbon neutrality," "cloud computing" and "mobile payments" have earned a place in the dictionary. Lexicologists say that the timely revision of the dictionary, which documents the evolution of society, could satisfy users' need for reference. Wang Xiaosong, a professor at Renmin University of China, said that the inclusion of a considerable number of phrases and buzzwords related to the economy reflects the advancements and advantages of China's economy. Zhang Yiwu, a professor of Chinese language and literature at Peking University, said that the latest version of

How finless porpoises survive dry season in China's largest freshwater lake

STORY: How finless porpoises survive dry season in China's largest freshwater lake DATELINE: Aug. 19, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:06 LOCATION: NANCHANG, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): DUAN XIAOSONG, Member of fishery administration team of Duchang county 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): DUAN XIAOSONG, Member of fishery administration team of Duchang county 6. SOUNDBITE 5 (Chinese): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 7. SOUNDBITE 6 (Chinese): ZHAN BAISHAN, Leader of finless porpoise rescue team in Duchang county 8. SOUNDBITE 7 (Chinese): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 9. SOUNDBITE 8 (Chinese): ZHAN BAISHAN, Leader of finless porpoise rescue team in Duchang county 10. SOUNDBITE 9 (Chinese): YU SHUNYUAN, Member of fishery administration team of Duchang county 11. SOUNDBITE 10 (Chinese): ZHAN BAISHAN, Leader of finless p