On March 5, the “Intangible Cultural Heritage into Campus” event, hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar and China Media Group, took place at Yangon University of Foreign Languages. The event was attended by 300 participants, including faculty members and students from the university, and representatives from Myanmar Chinese education organizations and China Cultural Center in Yangon.

Dr. May San Yee, Pro Rector of Yangon University of Foreign Languages delivered opening remarks, affirming the positive significance of cultural exchange events on campus. Daw Sanda Khin, Chairperson of Myanmar Cultural Heritage Trust (MCHT) shared insights into Myanmar’s successful inscription of the Thingyan Festival on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list and efforts to preserve intangible cultural heritage. Embassy Counselor Li Qianguo presented a multimedia showcase of China’s ICH masterpieces, spanning folk customs, opera, music, traditional crafts, and folk literature. China Media Group reporters introduced the “Intangible Cultural Heritage in Splendor” program series, exploring the integration of these ICH elements into popular TV dramas and films.

The event featured a range of interactive activities such as Tai Chi, Guzheng performances, Sepak Takraw, singing and dancing, tongue twisters, and quizzes, vividly showcasing the value and charm of both traditional Chinese and Myanmar cultures.