Staff Correspondent
The Cinese Embassy recently held a special Open Day for teachers and students from the French
International School of Dhaka (EFID). Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen along with Li Yu, Ambassador’s
spouse, Yan Hualong,DCM, Li Shaopeng,Counselor attended the event. French Ambassador Marie
Masdupuy, A Mr. Karim Talaouanou, Principal of EFID and more than 150 students and teachers from
EFID attended the event.
In his welcoming speech, Ambassador Yao Wen highlighted the enduring allure of Chinese civilization
and its profound traditions. Ambassador Yao emphasized China’s commitment to building a community
with a shared future for mankind and contributing to global peace and development,while making
remarkable strides in Chinese modernization. Ambassador Yao expressed his hope that today’s event
would ignite curiosity about the Chinese language and deepen the understanding of China and Chinese
culture.
France Ambassador Marie Masdupuy praised the richness of Chinese culture and the unforgettable
experience of the Dragon Boat Festival’s folk culture. She expressed hope that the event would enhance
mutual understanding and friendship between China, France, and other nations.
Mr. Karim Talaouanou, the principal of EFID, expressed his gratitude to the Embassy for its thoughtful
arrangements, noting the event’s significance in broadening students’ international perspectives and
understanding of Chinese history and culture.
The Open Day featured a variety of cultural activities, including artistic performances, Dragon Boat
Festival exhibits, and interactive Chinese culture experiences.
The Embassy’s women’s group showcased traditional Chinese culture, such as traditional Chinese
painting, sugar painting, Weiqi(Chinese Go),Luban lock and Zongzi(rice dumpling) making.
The teachers and students of the Confucius Institute at University of Dhaka and the Shanto Mariam-
Honghe Confucius Classroom put on a wonderful lion dance performance, and the teachers of the
Confucius Institute at North South University demonstrated dough making.
EFID students actively participated in the cultural immersion, showcasing their talents in a series of
performances that delighted the audience.
The event received high praise from students of various nationalities, who found it both engaging and
enlightening, fostering a deeper appreciation for Chinese traditional culture. Participants expressed a
desire to continue learning about China and to serve as ambassadors of international friendship.
Chinese Ambassador attends the Embassy Open Day
