Chinese book center opens in Spain
A Chinese book center was launched on Friday in Madrid, Spain, with more than 50 representatives from China and Spain attending.
As the 13th Chinese book center established overseas by China International Communications Group (CICG), the center received a donation of 500 China-themed books from the company, covering various fields such as China's national conditions, traditional culture, and socio-economic development. These books are intended to help present a true, multi-dimensional, and panoramic view of China.
Yu Tao, vice president of CICG, delivered a speech at the launch ceremony via video link. He said that China and Spain enjoy a long history of people-to-people and cultural exchanges. He said he hopes young people from both countries would maintain an open mind, actively participate in cultural exchange activities, foster deeper cooperation, and contribute to a stronger Sino-Spanish friendship.
Yu Tao, vice president of China International Communications Group (CICG), delivers a speech via video link at the launch ceremony of a Chinese book center in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]
Chinese books, including the Spanish edition of "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" and "Keywords to Understand China," will provide Spanish readers a deeper understanding of traditional Chinese culture and China's governance experience, Yu added.
Xu Shaogang, academic dean of the Academy of Chinese Culture, delivers a speech via video link at the launch ceremony of a Chinese book center in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]
Xu Shaogang, academic dean of the Academy of Chinese Culture, said via video link that China and Spain have followed the path of mutual learning and common development, making important contributions to the progress of human civilization. The launch ceremony of the center, where books serve as a bridge for friendship and cultural exchange, holds high significance, he said.
He Yong, minister-counsellor for culture of the Chinese Embassy in Spain, delivers a speech at the launch ceremony of a Chinese book center in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]
He Yong, minister-counsellor for culture of the Chinese Embassy in Spain, noted in his speech that the Chinese book center serves as a bridge for promoting understanding and cooperation between the two countries. He encouraged students to explore China's rich and diverse culture and gain deeper insights into the multicultural world.
Javier Ramos, president of King Juan Carlos University, delivers a speech at the launch ceremony of a Chinese book center in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]
Javier Ramos, president of King Juan Carlos University, said that the rapid development of science and technology has profoundly changed the way of life and communication. He pointed out that promoting exchanges in the fields of culture and education is the best way to enhance mutual benefit and cooperation between the two countries. He also expressed his hope to forge stronger collaborations between King Juan Carlos University and relevant Chinese institutions in the future.
The launch ceremony of a Chinese book center is held in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]
In addition, guests participated in a book sharing and exchange event. They held discussions on the book "Keywords to Understand China: Chinese Philosophy - Origins and Contemporary Relevance," and agreed that the book series has played an essential role in deepening cultural exchanges and mutual understanding.
Guests speak at a book sharing and exchange event held during the launch ceremony of a Chinese book center in Madrid, Spain, on May 3, 2024. [Photo/CICG]