Communication | "This is not only the charm of sports, but also the charm of Chinese culture" - On the First Frankfurt International Dragon Boat Friendship Race
2024-05-27
In early summer, the banks of the Main River in Germany were bustling with activity, shimmering waves on the river, dragon boat races, and the sound of gongs and drums on the shore, with the audience waving flags and shouting. At the first Frankfurt International Dragon Boat Friendship Tournament held on the 25th, Chinese and foreign dragon boat teams competed on the same stage. The Chinese traditional sports and cultural event dragon boat competition has now gained more and more fans in Germany. On May 25th, in Frankfurt, Germany, the dragon boat team participated in a competition on the Main River. As one of the most internationalized cities in Germany, immigration accounts for more than half of Frankfurt's permanent population, and multiculturalism has become a distinctive feature of the city. The first Frankfurt International Dragon Boat Race also had diverse characteristics, with 22 dragon boat teams from China, Germany, France, Italy and other countries participating in the professional and amateur 250 meter straight race. On May 25th, in Frankfurt, Germany, the dragon boat team participated in a competition on the Main River. Xinhua News Agency reporter Zhang Fan captured the dragon boat race as it kicked off in a lively lion dance performance. Frankfurt Mayor Joseph delivered a speech, saying that he is pleased to see the city of Frankfurt welcome an exciting and unique dragon boat race. He said that there are about 5000 overseas Chinese in the city, building a bridge of communication between Germany and China, adding a touch of brightness to this international city. "The lively civil exchanges, flourishing cultural exchanges, and scientific research cooperation between Germany and China have enhanced mutual understanding and win-win outcomes," Joseph said. Chinese Ambassador to Germany, Wu Zhen, delivered a speech saying that this dragon boat race provides a valuable stage for exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations, as well as for people and people of all countries to connect. This year marks the 36th anniversary of the establishment of a friendly city relationship between Guangzhou, China and Frankfurt, Germany. The Guangzhou (Nansha) dragon boat team has traveled thousands of miles to the banks of the Main River this time. I believe that this dragon boat race will inject new impetus into local exchanges and cultural exchanges between China and Germany through the collision of culture and sports. The Chinese side is willing to work together with friends from all walks of life in Germany to promote the relationship between China and Germany like a dragon boat, constantly moving forward. With the sound of the command and the passionate drumbeat, the participating team members rhythmically waved their oars and sprinted towards the finish line, occasionally sparking waves of the dragon boat. The audience on the shore shouted in unison, cheering and cheering. On that day, with the holding of the Frankfurt International Dragon Boat Friendship Race, the 2024 Frankfurt China Festival officially kicked off. The Hanfu parade, Chinese folk music, ancient costume dance, Shaolin martial arts, Peking Opera duet, Kung Fu Tai Chi fan and other programs, as well as Chinese snacks, Chinese books, cultural creativity and other stalls, allowed the spectators to experience a rich and colorful Chinese culture. The Red Flag Electric Vehicle Exhibition Area set up on the banks of the Main River has attracted many locals to inquire, and there is a constant stream of people taking photos next to the exhibition vehicles. On May 25th, in Frankfurt, Germany, the lion dance team performed at the opening ceremony. According to Huang Yiyang, Consul General of China in Frankfurt, China and Germany will jointly hold multiple themed activities on economy, trade, culture, youth, and folk customs in the coming days. We hope to comprehensively showcase China's economic and social landscape while bringing broad new opportunities for China and Germany to work together to accelerate green development, advocate low-carbon living, and shape a sustainable future. Bernd Deere, a member of the Frankfurter China Friendship Association, said that he has visited China more than ten times and is deeply impressed by Chinese culture. Now, the dragon boats on the Main River remind him of the enjoyable travel and experiences in China. "I am delighted to participate in today's event and once again experience pure Chinese culture," Bo Xiwen, former director of the European and International Affairs Department in Hesse, Germany, told reporters that he greatly appreciates this year's dragon boat race. "Dragon boat racing, Chinese cuisine, and cultural activities bring people together to renew friendship. This is not only the charm of sports, but also the charm of Chinese culture.". (Lai Xin She)
Edit：Yi Jing Responsible editor：Li Nian
Source：XinhuaNet
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