The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), in collaboration with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Bangladesh and the Confucius Institute at the University of Dhaka, on Wednesday hosted a day-long cultural programme to mark the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the Victory of the Long March, the university said in a press release.
Held at the ULAB campus under the theme Great Journey, Shared Future, the event featured exhibitions, cultural performances and lectures designed to promote greater understanding of China’s history, governance and cultural heritage among students, faculty members and guests.
The programme included a photo and video exhibition, a book exhibition and a display of traditional Chinese culture. Participants also observed demonstrations of Chinese calligraphy and paper-cutting.
The opening ceremony featured performances by the Shanghai Chinese Choir of the Confucius Institute and a guzheng recital.
Speaking at the event, Professor Shamsad Mortuza, PhD, Vice-Chancellor of ULAB, said the celebration reflected the shared commitment of Bangladesh and China to strengthening friendship, cultural exchange and mutual understanding through education and people-to-people connections.
The programme concluded with a lecture titled The Story of the Communist Party of China, delivered by Li Shaopeng, Culture Counsellor at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Bangladesh.
In his presentation, Li highlighted the historical contributions of the Communist Party of China, the significance of the Victory of the Long March, China’s development journey, the country’s social and cultural identity, and the enduring friendship and cooperation between China and Bangladesh.
Among those attending were Dr Yang Hui, Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Dhaka; Huang Moucong, Second Secretary at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Bangladesh; Chinese delegates; and performing artists.
Representing ULAB were Professor Jude William Genilo, PhD, Pro Vice-Chancellor; Professor Milan Kumar Bhattacharjee, PhD, Special Adviser to the Board of Trustees and Treasurer; Lt Col Md Foyzul Islam (Retd), Registrar; along with deans of various schools, department heads, faculty members, students and staff.
The celebration gave ULAB students an opportunity to learn more about China’s history, culture and traditions through exhibitions, cultural performances and interactive activities, according to the press release.
