On June 19th, the “Intangible Cultural Heritage into Campus” event was jointly hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar and the Yangon University of Education, with over 400 local representatives from all sectors present.

Dr. Zaw Myint, Myanmar’s Deputy Minister for Education, Daw Nu Mra Zan, Myanmar’s former Deputy Minister for Religious Affairs and Culture, and Dr. Kay Thwe Hlaing, Rector at Yangon University of Education, delivered speeches successively. They recognized the positive value of the “Intangible Cultural Heritage into Campus” event, and expressed the hope that ancient civilizations and Myanmar-China friendship could be carried forward through exchanges and dialogue. Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar Li Qianguo expressed gratitude to all parties for their support of the event, and introduced China’s distinctive intangible cultural heritage items.

This event, themed “Dialogue Among Civilizations, Sailing Together”, aims to mark the second International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations and celebrate the traditional Dragon Boat Festival. Chinese expert Lyu Yanbin briefed the participants on the progress of restoration and cultural relics protection of the Thatbyinnyu Pahto in Bagan. President of the Myanmar Anhui Chamber of Commerce Hou Kenian explained traditional architectural culture and related cases. Displays of intangible cultural heritage, including Teochew Gongfu Tea, paper-cutting, Chinese opera, and music, alongside smart teaching demonstrations and a showcase of the “Chinese Learning Craze”, fostered a rich atmosphere for dialogue and exchanges among civilizations.