The Orchid Awards

Recipients of inaugural Orchid Awards send congratulatory messages

Several recipients of the inaugural Orchid Awards sent congratulatory messages ahead of the second awards ceremony, taking place Thursday in Beijing. The awards honor individuals and organizations that make outstanding contributions to promoting exchange and mutual learning among civilizations.

Announcement by China International Communications Group on the public notification of the result of the second Orchid Awards

The Orchid Awards, established by China International Communications Group, is a major international cultural exchange award designed to actively implement the Global Civilization Initiative, promote the common values of humanity, facilitate exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, and consolidate the cultural foundation for building a community with a shared future for mankind. According to the Orchid Awards Rules, the selection process for the second Orchid Awards has been completed, with achievement, contribution, and international influence as the primary criteria.

Dialogues bloom as Orchid Awards near grand finale in July

​Celebrating exchange, friendship and collaboration, the Orchid Awards honor those who build cultural bridges between China and the rest of the world, serving as living proof that dialogue can transcend borders and break down barriers, experts say.

Orchid Award judges explore the heart of western China

As part of continued efforts to increase cultural understanding between China and other countries, four international experts embarked on an exploration of Chongqing Municipality and Sichuan Province from May 24 to 27.

Orchid Awards jury explores China's auto, infrastructure advances

Twenty-three judges from 10 countries visited Chongqing, southwest China, this weekend as part of the Second Orchid Awards Jury Meeting to learn about the nation's advances in automotive and infrastructure innovation.

Second Orchid Awards jury recommends recipients at Beijing meeting

The Second Orchid Awards Jury Meeting was held Friday in Beijing, bringing together 23 judges from 10 countries: China, Lebanon, Japan, Thailand, Egypt, Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, Mexico and Australia.

30 international nominees shortlisted for the Second Orchid Awards

Thirty international nominees, including 29 individuals and one organization, have been shortlisted for the Second Orchid Awards, according to a press conference held by China International Communications Group (CICG) in Beijing on May 22.

Announcement on the selection of the Second Orchid Awards

The Orchid Awards, by China International Communications Group, honor foreign individuals/organizations promoting Chinese culture and exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations. Submit your application for the 2nd Orchid Awards by Feb. 17!

CICG president meets Orchid Awards judge

Du Zhanyuan, president of China International Communications Group (CICG), met with James Heimowitz, honorary chair of the New York City-based China Institute and a judge of the first Orchid Awards, on Wednesday in Beijing.

Mexican sinologist's lifelong dedication to bridging cultures

The name "Bai Peilan" stands out on the list of winners of the inaugural Orchid Awards, its classical Chinese quality contrasting with the names of other foreigners honored for fostering cultural exchanges between China and the rest of the world.

Music transcends boundaries, says Juilliard's president emeritus

Joseph W. Polisi, president emeritus and chief China officer of the Juilliard School in the United States, was awarded the Lifetime Honorary Prize at China's inaugural Orchid Awards on Friday.

Bridging cultural divides: Orchid Awards winner David Ferguson's take on communicating China

International communication expert David Ferguson received the"Outstanding Achievement Award" at the awarding ceremony of the inaugural Orchid Awards in Beijing on Friday for his exceptional contributions to fostering better understanding between China and the rest of the world.