Kuala Lumpur recently played host to the 2025 \"Happy Chinese New Year\" global launch ceremony and gala, marking a significant milestone in the celebration of this vibrant festival. The event, which took place on Saturday evening, featured mesmerizing performances by actors from Malaysia and China, setting the stage for a night of cultural splendor.
High-profile attendees included Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, China's Minister of Culture and Tourism Sun Yeli, and Malaysian Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Tiong King Sing. Each delivered inspiring speeches that underscored the importance of cultural exchange and global unity.
The ceremony kicked off with the traditional \"dotting of the lion's eyes\" ritual, performed jointly by distinguished guests from both the Malaysian and Chinese governments. This symbolic gesture officially inaugurated the event, signaling the beginning of a night filled with cultural festivities.
Artists from a diverse array of countries—including China, Malaysia, Britain, France, the United States, New Zealand, Egypt, Cambodia, and Kazakhstan—graced the stage, showcasing the rich cultural essence of the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). Their performances created a festive atmosphere of global celebration, highlighting the universal appeal of this ancient tradition.
The \"Happy Chinese New Year\" celebrations, organized by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism, have been a staple event for 25 consecutive years. The 2025 celebrations are particularly noteworthy as they are the first to follow the festival's inscription on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
This year's event expanded its reach even further, featuring nearly 500 diverse performances and exhibitions across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide. This global participation underscores the enduring significance of Chinese New Year as a unifying cultural phenomenon.
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'Happy Chinese New Year' launch ceremony and gala held in Malaysia
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