In a heartfelt visit to the Macau Museum on Thursday, Peng Liyuan, the esteemed wife of China's premier Xi Jinping, encouraged students in the Macao Special Administrative Region to deepen their understanding of Chinese culture and actively participate in both regional and national development.
\"I hope you learn more about the history of Chinese culture, study it well and use the knowledge to better build our homeland and make Macao even better,\" Peng shared with the enthusiastic students after engaging discussions at the museum.
Throughout her visit, Peng immersed herself in Macao's rich cultural landscape, admiring historical relics and exploring the unique blend of Chinese and Western architecture that defines the region. She participated in local activities, including making almond cookies, a beloved local delicacy, and interacting with skilled artisans specializing in tile painting and wood carving.
This visit marks Peng's accompaniment of Xi Jinping for the 25th anniversary celebrations of Macao's return to China. Over the past quarter-century, Macao has leveraged its vibrant cultural heritage to promote traditional Chinese culture and foster meaningful exchanges between China and the rest of the world.
Macao now boasts at least 12 national intangible cultural heritages, such as Cantonese Opera and Herbal Tea Brewing, showcasing the preservation and inheritance of traditional Chinese culture in the region. Programs like \"Chinese Excellent Traditional Culture into the Campus\" have been instrumental in instilling love for traditional Chinese culture and patriotic values among the younger generations.
Moreover, Macao has actively enhanced cultural exchanges with mainland students, laying a strong foundation for integration into China's overall development. Initiatives like the \"Tiangong Class\" have provided Macao students with unique educational opportunities, including interactions with astronauts and visits to significant historical sites.
Strategically positioned as a cultural exchange hub between China and the West, Macao continues to promote cultural narratives and safeguard heritages along the Maritime Silk Road through collaborations like the China-Portugal Joint Laboratory of Cultural Heritage Conservation Science.
By celebrating its rich history and fostering continuous cultural exchange, Macao exemplifies the enduring bond between traditional Chinese culture and modern development.
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Peng Liyuan calls on Macao students to embrace Chinese culture
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