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Singapore's MOE holds the 2026 Mother Tongue Languages Symposium

The 14th symposium moved to Singapore EXPO on 1 August, with 42 sharing sessions and workshops and 41 exhibitors for parents and children.

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Li Fuxin: Mainland China's Simplified-Character 'Standard Chinese' Textbooks Go Global

Australian-Chinese educator Li Fuxin recounts the journey of the People's Education Press 'Standard Chinese' series since becoming the official Australasian agent in 1999.

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Global Public Lecture 6: Reading Dream of the Red Chamber

Speakers: Zhang Xiaolei, Zhou Decheng and Liu Shu. Sunday 21 June 2026, 3 pm, in Singapore and online.

Overseas Delegations Win Awards at China's National Middle School Essay Competition Finals

In April 2026, the finals of the China National Middle School Essay Competition (2025–2026) concluded successfully in Shanghai. The Henan regional division secured multiple national awards, and international exchange outcomes were substantial.

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Global Public Lecture 5

Speaker: Fan Sicheng. 17 May 2026, 17:00.

Shaolin Friendship School Hosts Global Reading Event on World Book Day

On 23 April 2026, Dengfeng’s Shaolin Friendship School held a joint global reading event with Chinese-language schools across five continents, co-reading The Great Learning to promote the international dissemination of China’s fine traditional culture.

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Global Live Stream: 'Reading Nourishes the Heart, I Serve a Strong China' Meets Shaolin Culture

On 23 April 2026 at 3 p.m., the "Reading Nourishes the Heart, I Serve a Strong China" national reading campaign will be held at Shaolin Friendship School in Dengfeng City.

Global Public Lecture 4

Speaker: Yao Lan. 19 April 2026, 14:00.

Beijing Chinese Language and Culture College sets out its 2026 overseas teacher training

Three courses of 80 places each in 2026: teaching materials and methods, school leadership, and AI in Chinese teaching.

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Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao and GACEE Co-Chart New Course for Chinese-Language Education

Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao and GACEE co-hosted a symposium in Zhengzhou on Chinese-language education overseas, covering the World Chinese Composition Competition, study tours, teaching quality, intangible heritage and the international communication of Chinese culture.

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2026 Overseas Chinese School Principals' Roundtable held online

More than 140 Chinese-education experts and overseas school principals discussed teaching models, school leadership in the AI era, identity and home language.

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China's Ministry of Education launches a Chinese Education Centre online

On 31 March, the ministry said 90 countries now include Chinese in national education and nearly 210 million people learn or use Chinese. A new online Chinese Education Centre went live the same day.

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Second World Chinese Writing Competition Winners Announced

The Second World Chinese Writing Competition has announced its winners, drawing entries from over 20 countries across five continents. Awards span primary, secondary and high school categories, alongside organisational and mentoring awards.

Global Public Lecture 3: Traditional wisdom for today's well-being

Speaker: Ding Liwen. 22 March 2026, 14:00–15:00 Beijing time.

Global Public Lecture 2: Education as a bridge, culture as a lifeline

Speaker: Sun Haoliang. Sunday 22 February 2026, 15:00 Beijing time.

Global Public Lecture 1

Speaker: Kong Yaping. Sunday 25 January 2026, 21:00 Beijing time, online.

Principals from 33 countries study Chinese education in the digital age in Xiamen

Eighty principals completed a workshop run by the Chinese Language Education Development Centre and Huaqiao University, with 16 experts teaching over 60 sessions.

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World Chinese Language Conference 2025: Chinese part of national education in 86 countries

The 2025 conference in Beijing (14–16 November) drew nearly 5,000 participants. Cumulative learners and users of Chinese worldwide exceed 200 million, according to the article.

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Second Global Chinese Essay Competition Opens for Submissions

Themed 'Chinese Connects the World: My Cultural Journey', the competition invites primary, secondary and high school students worldwide. Winning entries will be published; top winners receive study trips to China and digital learning resources.

Second World Chinese Composition Competition opens

Themed "Chinese connects the world: my cultural journey", the second edition invites students worldwide to write about culture, characters, AI and the future.

Walking China: International Cultural Study Tour Launches in Beijing–Henan–Shaanxi

Explore civilisation landmarks across Beijing, Henan and Shaanxi to connect with the roots and soul of Chinese culture—and unlock a new immersive cultural learning experience.

Second International Study Tour of First World Chinese Essay Competition Visits Zhengzhou

Drizzle fell softly across central China in September, deepening the autumnal mood. Participants in the second international study tour of the First World Chinese Essay Competition—‘Walking China, Inheriting Cultural Heritage’—visited Zhengzhou, Henan Province.

Zhengzhou Hosts Chinese Essay Competition Carnival, Study Tour Closing Ceremony

Autumn’s gentle charm filled Zhengzhou in September. On the 27th, the First World Chinese Essay Competition Carnival and closing ceremony of the second phase of the International Study Tour were solemnly held in Zhengzhou.

Second International Study Tour of First World Chinese Essay Competition Visits Luoyang

In September, participants of the 'Walking China, Inheriting Cultural Heritage' study tour explored Luoyang, experiencing Tang Sancai craftsmanship, Longmen Grottoes' stone-carving art, and Hanfu dressing at Yingtian Gate.

Second International Study Tour of First Global Chinese Essay Competition Begins in Dengfeng

On 24 September, the second international study tour of the First Global Chinese Essay Competition — themed 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' — commenced in Dengfeng, Henan Province.

Second International Study Tour of First Global Chinese Essay Competition Visits Kaifeng

On 23 September, the second international study tour of the 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' First Global Chinese Essay Competition arrived in Kaifeng, Henan Province.

Second International Study Tour of First World Chinese Essay Competition Visits Anyang

On 22 September, participants in the second phase of the First World Chinese Essay Competition’s ‘Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage’ international study tour visited Anyang, Henan. At the Yin Ruins Museum, they traced the roots of Chinese civilisation;

Second International Study Camp of First World Chinese Essay Competition Opens in Beijing

On 20 September, the opening ceremony of the second phase of the 'Walking China, Inheriting the Literary Tradition' international study camp for the inaugural World Chinese Essay Competition was held in Beijing.

World Chinese Essay Competition: International Study Tour Explores the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven

On 21 September, participants in the second international study tour of the inaugural World Chinese Essay Competition visited the Palace Museum and Temple of Heaven, engaging with Chinese history and philosophy through immersive, activity-based learning.

GACEE Establishes European and Americas Hubs to Advance Chinese Language Education

On 11 August 2025, GACEE and Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao designated partner institutions in Italy and Canada as their European and Americas Cooperation Centres and signed a memorandum of understanding.

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Overseas Chinese schools in the AI era: notes from a principals' workshop

Seventy-eight school leaders from 34 countries studied AI teaching tools and smart school management at Wenzhou University; the workshop led to recruitment points and school-pairing agreements.

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First World Chinese Essay Competition Carnival and Study Tour Closing Ceremony Concludes in Zhengzhou

The First World Chinese Essay Competition Carnival and closing ceremony of the 'Walking China, Inheriting Cultural Heritage' study tour took place on 30 July in Zhengzhou, bringing together youth winners from five continents, educators, scholars and cultural practitioners.

“Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage”: International Youth Study Tour in Luoyang

On 28 July, the “Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage” international study tour—co-organised by the *Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao* (Middle School Students' Study Paper) and the Global Association of Cultural and Educational Exchange (GACEE)—arrived in Luoyang, Henan, to begin…

Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage: International Youth Study Tour in Kaifeng

On 26 July, the inaugural International Study Camp of the World Chinese Essay Competition — themed 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' — visited Kaifeng, touring the Hanyuan Stele Forest and Qingming Riverside Park, and watching the live performance ' The Song Dynasty:…

International Study Tour 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' Visits Kaifeng

On 26 July, the 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' International Study Tour, co-organised by the Middle School Students' Study Paper and the Global Association of Cultural and Educational Exchange (GACEE), arrived in Kaifeng, Henan.

International Study Camp Visits Yinxu, Anoints Museum as Global Chinese Oracle Bone Script Base

On 25 July, the 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage' international study camp arrived in Anyang, Henan. The Middle School Students' Study Paper and GACEE jointly designated the Yinxu Museum as the 'Global Chinese Oracle Bone Script Study and Practice Base'.

First World Chinese Essay Competition Study Tour Launches in Beijing

On 23 July, the launch event and opening ceremony of the first World Chinese Essay Competition Study Tour—under the theme 'Walking China, Sustaining Cultural Heritage'—took place in Beijing.

Eight days from Beijing to the Central Plains: inside the study tour

The tour visited Beijing, Anyang, Kaifeng and Luoyang. Participants completed challenge tasks and compiled personal journals; outstanding students were named young ambassadors of Chinese culture.

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Study tour of the first World Chinese Composition Competition opens in Beijing

On 23 July, a study tour themed “Walking through China, carrying the culture forward” opened in Beijing with more than 40 students, parents and teachers from 10 countries.

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First World Chinese Essay Competition: Outstanding Organisation and Tutoring Awards Announced

The First World Chinese Essay Competition has announced its Outstanding Organisation and Outstanding Tutoring Awards, honouring schools and educators who championed global Chinese-language learning and student participation.

Second batch of Outstanding Awards announced for the 1st World Chinese Writing Competition

The 1st World Chinese Writing Competition, co-organised by Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao (Middle School Students' Study Paper) and GACEE, has announced its second batch of Outstanding Awards after three rounds of rigorous judging.

First World Chinese Essay Competition Results Announced

The first World Chinese Essay Competition has concluded its three-round review process, with final awards announced for primary, junior secondary and senior secondary categories.

First World Chinese Essay Competition Awards Ceremony & Cultural Study Tour

It is said that writing conveys truth, and travel broadens the mind. The First World Chinese Essay Competition celebrates the talent of young people worldwide while continuing the lineage of Chinese civilisation.

Third batch of Outstanding Awards announced for the 1st World Chinese Writing Competition

The 1st World Chinese Writing Competition, co-organised by Zhongxuesheng Xuexi Bao (Middle School Students' Study Paper) and GACEE, has announced its third batch of Outstanding Awards after three rounds of rigorous judging.