Friday, September 2, 2022 – 11:36 am
– We are proud of the Chinese-Emirati friendship and constructive cooperation, especially in the cultural and educational fields.
From Muhammad Jaballah.
DUBAI, 2nd September / WAM / The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the UAE, Zhang Yiming Gu, praised the advanced level reached by the Chinese-Emirati relations in various fields and sectors, especially in the cultural and educational field, stressing that the current period is witnessing a growth and development in the relations between the two friendly countries and peoples. And the bilateral relationship escalated at a faster pace in all fields until it reached its highest levels with the activation of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, which is considered the highest level of Chinese diplomatic relations.
In statements to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, while attending the start of the new academic year at the Chinese School in Dubai, His Excellency added that cultural and educational exchange is an important part of cooperation between his country and the UAE, pointing out that the Chinese School in Dubai has a unique importance as it is the first Chinese school. It was established abroad with the support of the Chinese government, and with the commendable support and efforts of the wise leadership in the UAE and the government of Dubai.
The Chinese ambassador spoke about his assessment of the development of bilateral relations between the two countries since their official establishment, as China and the UAE enjoy a long history of friendly and constructive cooperation relations, expressing his pride in strengthening cultural exchange between his country and the UAE, pointing out that the new partnerships between the two countries, especially in vital sectors. As important as culture and education, it reflects the strength of the bonds of friendship between the two friendly countries and peoples.
He continued, “We thank the UAE government for its efforts in hosting the first Chinese school in the Arab region and for encouraging us to establish Chinese universities soon in Dubai. There is a growing demand from countries around the world for Chinese education curricula, because long-term trade and economic cooperation begins with cultural and educational communication, Therefore, focusing on the educational and cultural aspect is one of the main pillars of our partnership with friendly countries.”
His Excellency Zhang Yiming concluded his statement by noting that the UAE hosts the largest Chinese community in the region, which numbered more than 300,000 Chinese citizens residing in peace and security in the UAE, and the bulk of the community members in Dubai work in many Chinese governmental and private companies, all of whom have a card Creative.
Wam/Mohamed Jaballah/Imad Al-Ali