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      Beijing-based Malay Studies Chair renamed during state visit by Malaysia's king to China

      2024-09-21 15:10 Last Updated At:19:37

      Visiting Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar on Saturday attended a ceremony to rename the Malay Studies Chair at Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) in his honor, showcasing the growing popularity of the Malay language in China.

      At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, King Sultan Ibrahim is on a state visit to China from Sept 19 to 22.

      The academic chair, now titled the Sultan Ibrahim Chair of Malay Studies, was inaugurated as an honorary position in 2007 between the Chinese and Malaysian governments.

      Since then, the chair has played a crucial role in advancing Malay language education in China, as well as in promoting people-to-people and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

      Having a dedicated chair in Malay studies in China has been considered a testament to the continued interest in the Malay language among native Chinese speakers.

      The renaming event at the BFSU also highlights the enduring friendship between China and Malaysia.

      "Up to now, we have educated 390 alumni. They're now working in different areas such as culture, education and foreign affairs, trade and economics, contributing to our relations and friendship between our two peoples," said Jia Wenjian, president of BFSU.

      A Malaysian instructor with a Beijing-based international education institute said the event is expected to further enhance people-to-people and cultural exchanges between the two sides.

      "Our Malaysian students are able to come to China and expand their learning opportunities. But also more than that, I also think that it gives the opportunity for Chinese students and learners who come to Malaysia and to have that opportunity to understand each other. So I think this is not just an event, it is actually monumental for a continued partnership between the two nations," said Joanna Johami, instructional leader of the Daystar Academy Beijing.

      Data showed an estimated 10, 000 Malaysian students studied in China in 2023, with the number expected to rise in the coming years.

      Beijing-based Malay Studies Chair renamed during state visit by Malaysia's king to China

      Beijing-based Malay Studies Chair renamed during state visit by Malaysia's king to China

      Macao has been emerging as a global hub for conventions and exhibitions in recent years by exploring the enormous opportunities in the sector, driving the region to advance its economic diversification and embrace a brighter future.

      Macao has received many awards this year, such as the Best Convention City (Asia) and the Best BT-MICE City, showcasing the recognition for and influence of Macao's exhibition industry.

      More than 1,000 electronic game enthusiasts from all over the world gathered recently in Macao to participate in a esports themed event.

      Su Zhili, organizer of the event, said that Macao's rich experience in hosting large-scale events, coupled with its good infrastructure, has driven him to choose the region as an ideal destination to hold such an activity.

      "Macao has held many similar large-scale events. It has rich experience, and the facilities at the venue are relatively mature, so we can start our work comfortably," said Su.

      During the first three quarters of 2024, Macao held more than 1,000 conferences and exhibitions in total.

      "We will invite more professional, special conferences to be held in Macao and also cultivate more exhibition brands with international influence in Macao, so as to promote Macao's exhibitions to be more market-oriented, professional, international, digital and greener from various aspects. This is our goal," said Elaine Wong, member of the Macao Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute.

      In addition, multiple large exhibitions and conferences, such as the Macao International Trade and Investment fair, the Macao Franchise Expo, and the International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum, are held regularly in Macao.

      With the introduction of a series of policies and measures to facilitate the exchanges between the mainland and Macao, as well as the construction and development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, Macao's convention and exhibition industry will embrace more opportunities for development in the foreseeable future.

      "We have such a good industrial base in the Greater Bay Area. The mode of 'Convention and Exhibition + Industry' not only integrates the industries of Macao, but also the industries of the Greater Bay Area. In addition, Macao actively integrates into the national development and plays a role in the Belt and Road. Why are we so confident in Macao's convention and exhibition sector? Because it is backed by the motherland, and the country gives Macao great support," said Alan Ho, chairman of the Macao Association of Convention, Exhibition and Tourism Sectors.

      Macao emerges as global hub for conventions and exhibitions, driving economic diversification and international recognition

      Macao emerges as global hub for conventions and exhibitions, driving economic diversification and international recognition

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