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"East Meets West" concert showcases Chinese traditional music in Malta

STORY: "East Meets West" concert showcases Chinese traditional music in Malta SHOOTING TIME: May 22, 2024 DATELINE: May 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: MSIDA, Malta CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the concert STORYLINE: A concert titled "East Meets West: A Glimpse of the Silk Road" was staged Wednesday night at the University of Malta, enchanting an audience of some 400 with a fusion of traditional Chinese musical instruments and the cello. The Network of International Culturalink Entities and the China Cultural Center in Malta jointly hosted the concert. The concert opened with a Chinese classic "Spring Blossoms on a Moonlit River," performed by the Chinese Orchestra of the China National Opera and Dance Drama Theater. It concluded with an encore performance of the traditional Maltese piece "Sun," with the audience dancing to the music. The remarkable concert marks a new chapter in cultural exchanges between China and Malta, said Yuan Yuan, director of the China Cultural Center

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NAMIBIA-WINDHOEK-UNESCO-JAZZ-DIGITALIZATION-PILOT PROGRAM

(240429) -- WINDHOEK, April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend a colloquium to explore the fusion of Jazz and digital technology at the launch of the International Jazz Day celebrations in Windhoek, Namibia, on April 29, 2024. Ms Nisha, director of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Regional Office for Southern Africa, launched a youth pilot program on jazz and digitization on Monday in cooperation with Namibia's College of the Arts. (Photo by Musa C Kaseke/Xinhua)

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Cultural fusion shines at Chinese Language Day celebration in Nigeria

STORY: Cultural fusion shines at Chinese Language Day celebration in Nigeria SHOOTING TIME: April 20, 2024 DATELINE: April 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:04:36 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the celebration 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JAMES SULE, Permanent secretary of the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Nigeria 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): AISHA ADAMU AUGIE, Director-general of the Center for African Arts and Civilization, Nigeria STORYLINE: The vibrant fusion of Chinese and Nigerian cultures illuminated the China Cultural Center in Nigeria on Saturday in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, as government officials, students and cultural enthusiasts gathered to commemorate the 2024 United Nations Chinese Language Day. The event featured musical performances and dances by both Chinese and Nigerian artists, showcasing the beauty and diversity of their respective traditions and symbolizing the deepening ties between China and Nigeria through cultural exchange. James Sule, permanent sec

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Embassy chefs charm audiences in int'l culinary competition in D.C.

STORY: Embassy chefs charm audiences in int'l culinary competition in D.C. SHOOTING TIME: March 7, 2024 DATELINE: March 9, 2024 LENGTH: 0:00:46 LOCATION: Washington D.C. CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. exterior of the Union Station in Washington D.C. 2. various of the event STORYLINE: More than 20 embassies competed in this year's Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge held at the Union Station in Washington, D.C. Thursday night, which captivated the audiences with unique flavors from across the world. This year, the first place for the Judges' Choice Award went to Chef Jovana Urriola from the Embassy of the Republic of Panama, with the authentic "Panamanian Style Afro Caribbean Chicken Tamale Dumplings" securing her the top spot. Panamanian dishes' fusion of African, Caribbean, and Asian cuisines reflects the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the country's culinary landscape, according to a leaflet at the scene. The second place went to the Embassy of the People's Republic of China. Chefs Lin

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Italian chef in China creates fusion dishes for Spring Festival

STORY: Italian chef in China creates fusion dishes for Spring Festival SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 24, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 5, 2024 LENGTH: 0:02:13 LOCATION: CHONGQING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Italian chef 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing 6. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing STORYLINE: As the Spring Festival approaches, an Italian chef who runs a dessert shop in China's Chongqing has prepared special New Year dishes that combine Italian cuisine with Chongqing culinary and cultural traditions. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): FRANCO BERGAMINO, Owner of a dessert shop in Chongqing "Hello, everyone. I'm Franco. I am Italian, and I've been in Chongqing for seven years. I open

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a Minnan red-brick building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, and h

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 19, 2023 shows a view of Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province. Visitors to Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province will be enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local-style red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, and heritage

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists take photos at a historical building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, an

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Local villager Cai Wenshi (C) talks with tourists at a historical building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural v

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a historical building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, and heritag

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists take photos at a Minnan red-brick building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restauran

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children take part in extracurricular activities at a historical building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural ve

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a historical building in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, and heritag

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CHINA-FUJIAN-WULIN VILLAGE-HISTORICAL BUILDINGS (CN)

(231221) -- JINJIANG, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children have fun in Wulin Village of Jinjiang, southeast China's Fujian Province, Dec. 19, 2023. In Wulin Village of east China's Fujian Province, visitors are often enthralled by the medley of architectural styles: local red-brick houses, Gothic buildings, Greco-Romanesque structures, and buildings blending both Chinese and Western elements. The eclectic blend of architectural styles vividly narrates the story of the village's connection to the overseas Chinese community. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many villagers traveled to Southeast Asia to work and sent money back to build homes. As a result, the houses often showcased a captivating fusion of exotic influences. In recent years, over 100 former residences of overseas Chinese, once dilapidated and unattended, have been renovated and preserved under local government efforts. Many of these buildings have transformed into cultural venues, cafés, restaurants, and heritage centers. Since 20

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Chinese lantern festival marks Year of Dragon in Budapest

STORY: Chinese lantern festival marks Year of Dragon in Budapest SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 16, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:10 LOCATION: Budapest CATEGORY: SOCIETY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the opening ceremony 2. various of performances 3. various of visitors STORYLINE: A lantern festival opened in Budapest, the capital of Hungary on Saturday as part of the celebrations for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, the Year of the Dragon. The festival showcases hundreds of heritage lantern art pieces from Zigong, a city in southwest China's Sichuan Province known for this traditional art form. "Year 2024 also marks the 75th anniversary of Sino-Hungarian diplomatic relations," Sun Jie, counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Hungary, said at the opening ceremony. Sun expressed hope that this lantern festival will not only display a wonderful fusion of traditional Chinese culture and art, but also mark the vibrant commencement of diverse Sino-Hungarian cultural exchange activities in the new year.

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INDONESIA-BANDUNG-WEST JAVA CARNIVAL

(230904) -- BANDUNG, Sept. 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Performers participate in West Java Carnival in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia on Sept. 3, 2023. West Java Carnival aims to boost local tourism and cultural fusion. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-BANDUNG-WEST JAVA CARNIVAL

(230904) -- BANDUNG, Sept. 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A performer participates in West Java Carnival in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia on Sept. 3, 2023. West Java Carnival aims to boost local tourism and cultural fusion. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-BANDUNG-WEST JAVA CARNIVAL

(230904) -- BANDUNG, Sept. 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A performer participates in West Java Carnival in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia on Sept. 3, 2023. West Java Carnival aims to boost local tourism and cultural fusion. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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"See Yungang Again" art show performed at China's Yungang Grottoes

STORY: "See Yungang Again" art show performed at China's Yungang Grottoes DATELINE: June 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:01 LOCATION: TAIYUAN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the art show 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YU BING, Composer and pipa soloist of the performance 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YANG FENGRUI, Costume designer 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): CUI XIAOXIA, Director of Cultural and Tourism Integration Development Center of Yungang Research Institute STORYLINE: An onsite art show displaying the grandeur and cultural connotation of the Yungang Grottoes took place in Datong City, north China's Shanxi Province, on Wednesday. Titled "See Yungang Again," the show was prepared by the research institute of the Yungang Grottoes and a group of artists from Shanghai. It combined lighting, costumes, music, and dance to create a stunning fusion of the past and present. As the composer and pipa soloist of the performance, Yu Bing from the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra contemplated composing a new musical piece

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Chinese artists inaugurate cultural year in Kuwait with captivating show

STORY: Chinese artists inaugurate cultural year in Kuwait with captivating show DATELINE: June 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:05:29 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: SOCIETY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Cultural Center 2. various of the opening ceremony STORYLINE: Artists from Shandong Province, eastern China, gave a dazzling performance for the Kuwaiti audience on Wednesday during the opening ceremony of the "China (Shandong) Kuwait Cultural and Tourism Year." The show, which took place at the Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Cultural Center in Kuwait City, featured traditional Chinese acrobatics, Lü opera, a local variety of Chinese opera, and other performances. The artists' presentation created a cultural feast that showcased both the distinctive features of Chinese regions and the creative fusion of Chinese and foreign arts for the local audience. In addition to famous traditional Chinese pieces, the artists also used traditional Chinese instruments to play famous Arab songs. "This is my fir

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu assembles furniture in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu (front) demonstrates furniture assembling skills in a furniture manufacturing workshop in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu picks furniture components in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu carves on the furniture in his studio in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu (1st L) explains the classical furniture craftsmanship to his team members in a furniture manufacturing workshop in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu (1st) has a talk about the classical furniture craftsmanship with provincial-level woodcarving inheritors in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-PUTIAN-FURNITURE CRAFTSMAN (CN)

(220611) -- PUTIAN, June 11, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chen Yushu planes the wood smooth in Putian, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 10, 2022. Chen Yushu is the fourth-generation inheritor of the classical furniture craftsmanship in Fujian Province. The craftsmanship is the ingenious fusion of traditional Chinese painting art, carving art and furniture production skills. Classical craft furniture is of high value in terms of its artistic and cultural connotations. "It is a carrier of traditional Chinese culture and I will try my best to show the culture to the world," said Chen. (Xinhua/Wei Peiquan)

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S.Korean entrepreneur determined to contribute to local economy in east China

STORY: S.Korean entrepreneur determined to contribute to local economy in east China DATELINE: May 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:27 LOCATION: YANCHENG, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. aerial view of the company 2. SOUNDBITE (Korean): CHANG YOUNGIK, CEO of SK On Jiangsu Co., Ltd. STORYLINE: China's Jiangsu Province has awarded "model worker medals" to 37 expats ahead of the International Labor Day, which falls on May 1. S.Korean entrepreneur Chang Youngik is one of them. SOUNDBITE (Korean): CHANG YOUNGIK, CEO of SK On Jiangsu Co., Ltd. "Hello, everyone. My name is Chang Youngik. I'm the CEO of SK On Jiangsu Co., Ltd. I came to Yancheng to work at SK at the beginning of 2020. Yancheng has established friendly relations with a number of South Korean cities. The city boasts a comfortable environment and convenient transportation. The cultural fusion of China and South Korea makes me feel at ease. When I knew that I was awarded the medal, I felt very honored, and at the same time, I felt a deep sense of