Riyadh – April 20, 2025 (22 Shawwal 1446H)

In a festive atmosphere reflecting the spirit of cultural diversity and global openness, the Chinese Language Department at the College of Languages and Translation at King Saud University organized a distinguished event marking World Chinese Language Day, as part of a series of activities under "Saudi-Chinese Culture Year 2025," which embodies the depth of relations between the two friendly countries in the fields of culture and education.

The event featured various artistic performances of Chinese folk heritage, alongside pavilions introducing Chinese culture and customs, offering visitors a rich interactive experience that strengthens mutual understanding between Saudi and Chinese cultures.

Academic Leadership in Teaching Chinese

Dr. Abdullah Al-Salman, acting president of the university, explained that King Saud University was a pioneer in adopting Chinese-language education, having begun its academic journey in this field in 2009 by establishing the first Chinese language department in the Kingdom to award a bachelor's degree, within the College of Languages and Translation established in 1994, making it a global educational platform producing multilingual graduates.

Saudi-Chinese Culture Year 2025

Dr. Al-Salman noted that this year saw the launch of "Saudi-Chinese Culture Year 2025," a strategic step aimed at strengthening cultural exchange and bilateral cooperation in education and media within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030 and China's Belt and Road Initiative, which seeks to build bridges of cooperation with countries around the world.

The University's Role in Strengthening Cultural Dialogue

He affirmed that the College of Languages and Translation at King Saud University represents a civilizational bridge linking the Kingdom with the world, through language education and activating cultural exchange initiatives, stressing the important role universities play in instilling values of tolerance and openness, and encouraging academic and cultural partnerships with friendly nations.

The event served as a model for integration between education and culture, cementing the university's status as a leading platform for promoting understanding between peoples and supporting national efforts to build a global knowledge society.