In order to thoroughly implement the Global Civilization Initiative put forward by President Xi Jinping, promote China’s excellent traditional culture, tell Chinese stories well, and use “the affinity between the people” to facilitate the friendship between the countries, the 6th Mid-Autumn Festival Get-together for Foreigner, jointly organized by the Jilin People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the Department of Human Resources and Social Security of Jilin Province (the Foreign Experts Bureau of Jilin Province), was held in Changchun on September 11. More than 100 guests from 16 countries including South Korea, Germany and the United States, as well as representatives from relevant institutions such as the Department of Culture and Tourism of Jilin Province and universities within the province participated in the gathering, with international teachers from JISU invited to the activity too.
The get-together started with promotional videos about the provincial conditions and culture and tourism of the province. Then the foreign guests enjoyed themselves in the exhibitions of intangible cultural heritages such as rope weaving, dough modeling, painted pottery and paper cutting, as well as cultural and folk custom experience sessions like traditional Chinese painting and mooncake making. They were also entertained with cultural performances with Jilin’s characteristics, such as Jiju Opera and Korean costume shows, as well as traditional programs like Peking Opera, classical dance and musical instrument performances. Foreign friends also took the stage to show their talents and livened up the atmosphere.
The rich and colorful cultural experience activities generated a strong emotional resonance. The foreign teachers from JISU mentioned that Chinese traditional festivals have unique charm. The Mid-Autumn Festival Get-together has built a bridge for cultural communication, enhancing international guests’ appreciation for the richness of traditional Chinese culture and their love for Jilin.
The gathering kicked off with promotional videos showcasing the essence of Jilin Province and its cultural tourism, setting a warm tone for the event. It also featured meticulously prepared intangible cultural heritage displays, such as rope weaving, dough sculpting, painted pottery, and paper cutting, as well as cultural and folk experience activities like Chinese painting and mooncake making. During the cultural performance segment, the event highlighted not only regional specialties like Jilin Opera and Korean ethnic fashion shows but also traditional programs such as Peking Opera, classical dance, and musical instrument performances. Foreign friends also took the stage to showcase their talents, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The diverse cultural experiences resonated deeply, evoking strong emotional connections. The foreign faculty members unanimously expressed that traditional Chinese festivals possess unique charm. The Mid-Autumn Festival gathering served as a bridge for cultural communication, enhancing international friends’ appreciation for the richness of Chinese traditional culture and their affection for Jilin.
JISU international teachers at the Event
Source: Office of International Exchange and Cooperation, JISU
