Society

37%

Median Socre

86.4%

Highest Socre

2.3%

Lowest Socre

09.

In my country, there are cultural events, cultural exchange projects, or cultural organizations that are funded by or receive funding from PRC-connected entities, including in sports.

2024

81/ 96

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Mexico
Yes
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There is evidence that show the celebration of several activities made by the "China Cultural Center" in Mexico. Therefore, this Indicator deserves "more than a few, significant" rating.
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Panama
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There are several, including APACHI, Panama Association of Friendship with China . There is also a cultural cooperation agreement between Panama and China's Ministries of Culture. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "More than a few" and an "Significant" rating.
1. https://www.instagram.com/apachipanama/
2. https://mire.gob.pa/images/PDF/documentos%20y%20formularios/Acuerdoschina/MOU%20CULTURAL.pdf
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Peru
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Diverse public and private institutions promote cultural events and exchanges linked to the PRC. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a “More than a few” rating. The signing of the "Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China and the Ministry of Culture of Peru on the Mutual Establishment of Cultural Centers" and similar agreements has strengthened cultural exchange. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a “Significant” rating.
Supplementary Notes
Not only the Peruvian Youth Association of Jiangmen Wuyi receives support from the PRC government. But also universities such as the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru that met with the Chinese ambassador in Peru to promote culture, exchange and relations between both countries. On union with PUCP officials and the Chinese ambassador.
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Spain
Yes
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There are a lot of cultural events, exchanges and cultural organizations receving "support" from the Embassy and as everything in Spain they tend to be very popular.
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Singapore
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There are significant numbers of cultural, educational, and sports exchanges involving PRC-connected entities in Singapore. Some prominent examples include activities sponsored by the PRC embassy in Singapore, the China Cultural Centre in Singapore, and the Singapore-China Friendship Association. The board of the Singapore-China Friendship Association includes retired People's Action Party politicians and senior public servants. Top political leaders on both sides endorse and support such interactions. Many cultural events and exchanges also receive support from PRC state agencies, local jurisdictions, or PRC state-linked individuals. There is also participation in PRC public diplomacy organizations. Clan and native place associations in Singapore often sign cultural exchange agreements with local United Front offices or their affiliates.
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Taiwan
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PRC government and its related entities have been utilizing the similar cultures between Taiwan and China as one of the means of united front work. In 2023, it's revealed that the Cross-Strait Community Development Institute (海峽鄉建鄉創發展研究院) in Fujian, China has been funding Taiwanese community development organizations. The temples worshiping gods and godesses in traditional religions are also at the priority of united front work from PRC. The Matsu (媽祖) belief, which worshiping the sea godess all around Taiwan, is the main target of exchange activities from the united front departments.
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Estonia
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There is no direct evidence to show that 'Chinese Culture Club' is funded by Confucius Institute, but most of the events in 'Chinese Culture Club' are linked to affialiates of Confucius Institute.
1. https://www.facebook.com/events/327387470190178
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Vietnam
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There are numerous PRC-related cultural events.
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Nepal
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In 2023, The Nepal China International Mountain Cross Country Competition was held in Pokhara. The event is a joint initiative of Embassy of China in Kathmandu, Pokhara Metropolitan City and Nepal Tourism Board. In 2023, an international mountain cross country competition was also held with Chinese participation. In 2024, The sports representatives from China's Zhejiang province held a courtesy meeting with officials from the Nepal Olympic Committee. The meeting, which took place at the committee's head office in Satdobato, involved discussions about mutual support and cooperation between the two parties. Hangzhou, the capital city of Zhejiang Province, recently hosted the Asian Games.
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Russia
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There is a Chinese Cultural Center in Moscow. Also, at the beginning of 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the implementation of the Years of Chinese and Russian Cultures in both countries. Bilateral cultural events are numerous, and those organized in Russia are usually funded or sponsored by the Chinese government or other entities. Examples include: - Chinese Bridge competition (Confucius Institute, Huawei, Embassy) - Inter-University Chinese Poetry Competition (IBS, Moscow; funded by Bank of China (Russia) and CRCC) - Days of Chinese Movies in Moscow (annual, organized/sponsored by China's State Administration on Films and China Cinema Archive)
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Malaysia
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In Malaysia, there is a branch of Xiamen University that foster such relationship between the two countries.
1. https://www.xmu.edu.my/2023/1127/c16257a481501/page.htm
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Argentina
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The two countries have launched the China-Argentina Cultural Week, in which many cultural events and cultural exchange projects take place. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "more than a few" rating. Through the cultural week, a series of live broadcast events can be seen, as well as movies, television, and sports. The launch of the cultural week came about after the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "significant" rating.
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Myanmar
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PRC has more than a few cultural, youth, language, educational, and sports exchange programs with Myanmar. They can be directly collaborated with Myanmar or through the region such as ASEAN. It is significant that the PRC is regarded as one of the few countries which officially continuing the cultural events and exchange programs in collaboration with the military regime.
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Mozambique
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Even though it is not significant, there are cultural exchanges between the two countries. It should also be noted that in 2023 a Cultural Center was opened in Maputo entirely financed by China
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Indonesia
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There are cultural events and cultural exchange programs funded and organised by Chinese entities such as Chinese embassy
1. https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202310/1300196.shtml
2. https://www.unhas.ac.id/mandarin-students-of-universitas-hasanuddin-won-international-awards-set-aside-950-participants-from-45-countries/
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Canada
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Shenglin Financial (咸氏金融), a company founded by Chinese Canadian Shenglin Xian (咸生林) who is under national security investigation for his close ties to Beijing, has sponsored various cultural events in Canada in 2022 including a bridge game competition, a summer picnic gathering, and a Peking opera show.
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Cambodia
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Yes, as noted in the link - 2023 was the year of Cambodia-China people to people exchange which saw a return to significant cultural diplomacy and cross-border visits.
1. https://www.phnompenhpost.com/opinion/cambodia-china-relations-new-era-community-common-destiny
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United States
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The Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries organized cultural visits by the Philadelphia Orchestra in 2023. Chinese organizations like the China-United States Exchange Foundation fund student cultural exchanges. Chinese companies have entered into partnerships with the National Basketball Association. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a “More than a few” rating. Cultural exchanges with the PRC are an important form of influencein the United States. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "More than a few" rating. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Significant" rating.
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Germany
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Most of such evens occur in frame of the activities PRC cultural institutions, such as Confucius Institutes, or coopration formats, such as city-to-city cooperation. Not speaking about solely Germany, there has been negative press about China being a major sponsor of European football championship games.
1. https://www.merkur.de/politik/china-fussball-wm-sponsoring-soft-power-euro-2020-2021-em-zr-90847006.html#:~:text=Die%20chinesische%20Marke%20Vivo%20ist,unterschrieb%20im%20M%C3%A4rz%20als%20Turniersponsor
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United Kingdom
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The UK Association for the Promotion of Chinese Education (UKAPCE) is an organisation that focuses on the promotion of Chinese language and has close connections with the PRC embassy in the UK and education stakeholders in China. While there is no evidence that it receives PRC funding for its day-to-day operations, it has promoted and co-organised annual summer camps (寻根之旅夏令营) for UK teenagers with Chinese heritage to visit the PRC with the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese as the main organiser. Apart from summer camps, the UKAPCE also organises training trips for UK-based Chinese teachers in the PRC, in collaboration with the PRC's Ministry of Education. The Overseas Chinese Affairs Office (OCAO) of the State Council also initiated the Chinese Culture Paradise-Camp, a cultural camp in London that aims to help young overseas Chinese 'reconnect with their motherland'. Over 100 teenagers participated the 2023 edition of the event in the UK. Although the reach of these events is largely limited to the British Chinese population, they nonetheless help to spread the United Front narrative on the cultural identity and loyalty of overseas Chinese, thus justifying the 'Significant' response.
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Azerbaijan
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News from China Youth Daily (中国青年报) shows that the Confucius Institute in the Azerbaijan University of Languages held a cultural and language exchange event in November 2023, including exchange experiences sharing of college students and participation of local primary and middle school students. the Confucius Institute of Azerbaijan University of Languages is one of the most active organizations promoting Chinese culture and language. The institute often carries out cultural events. 1. on February 19, 2024, a lecture on "Chinese paper art" was held at the Confucius Institute of AUL. (Source: Link ) 2. On October 4, 2023, the Confucius Institute participated in the exhibition of Chinese companies. (Source: Link ) 3. On September 7, 2023, an event about "Confucius and Music" was held at the Confucius Institute of AUL. (Source: Link ) 4. On July 28, 2023, the lecture was held at the Confucius Institute of AUL. The event was dedicated to the 96th anniversary of the establishing of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. (Source: Link ) 5. On June 22, 2023, the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival was celebrated at the Confucius Institute. (Source: Link ) Link
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Uzbekistan
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The festival of Chinese language and culture took place in Tashkent as part of the Chinese Language Day. Link The “Day of Culture of the People’s Republic of China in Uzbekistan” was held. Link Uzbekistan presented 20 museum exhibits at the cultural exhibition in China: “Colorful Asia: Exhibition of Asian Costumes.” Link
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Venezuela
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In november 2023, the PRC Embassy in Venezuela coorganized "The Chinese Cultutral week" with the Venezuelan Association of Chinese Studies from Los Andes University (ULA, in spanish). The headquarters of ULA are in Mérida City (western of Venezuela) and the former Minister-Counselor of Chinese Embassy in Caracas, Zhang Yuanwei (张元伟) visited this city during the event. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Few, significant" rating.
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Chile
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Examples are limited to those related to Chinese new year, and many other countries also organize events in Chile, including Japan, the US and Span, therefore, this indicator deserves a "Few" rating. For example, the light festival Fesiluz is held every year and attacks a wide public. The event features Chinese food, and a scenario where Chinese government videos are shown to publicize the China-Chile relations. The webpage does not mention any organizing partners or contact page, and therefore it lacks basic transparency, but the embassy widely sponsors this event and the ambassador gives a speech every year. The company that is mentioned in the article is not well known. The Confucius institutes have also been connected to cultural events in the country, specially related with universities. The most active one is the Universidad Santo Tomás Confucius Institute. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "significant" rating.
Supplementary Notes
Upon checking the address of Festiluz, one can notice the building does not exist as such. There is a residential building instead. Festiluz errased any information related to "about us". /Link
1. https://fesiluzchina.com/quienes-somos/
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Ecuador
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There is evidence of some cultural events organized by the Government of Ecuador together with the Chinese Embassy. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "Few, significant" rating.
1. https://www.culturaypatrimonio.gob.ec/el-ministerio-de-cultura-y-patrimonio-invita-a-un-encuentro-artistico-y-cultural-entre-china-y-ecuador/
2. https://espanol.cgtn.com/news/2023-01-25/1618115180715364354/index.html
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Colombia
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In Colombia there are cultural exchange projects between the governments of both countries, such is the case of the Executive Program for Cultural Cooperation 2023-2027 between the Ministries of Culture of Colombia and China agreed during the state visit of President Gustavo Petro to China in October 2023. Similarly, some associations program cultural activities and have the support of the Chinese embassy in Colombia. Therefore, this indicator deserves a « Few » rating. Due to the nature of the cultural exchange agreements signed between the two governments and the wide presence of cultural activities organized in different spaces by these organizations, This indicator deserves an « Significant » rating.
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Bulgaria
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In Bulgaria, there are two Confucius Institutes. Moreover, the Chinese Cultural Center in Sofia has expanded its activities. Therefore, this indicator deserves a few significant rating since the number of Chinese cultural organizations is not overwhelming, yet they are gaining more influence in society.
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Hungary
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The report from the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) titled 'Chinese Influence in Hungary' provides comprehensive evidence of Chinese influence in Hungary through funding and support for cultural, educational, and other initiatives. Link An article from the Chinese Embassy in the UK highlights the strong cultural, educational, and economic ties between China and Hungary. It mentions the establishment of cultural centers and educational exchanges, indicative of PRC-connected funding and support for various cultural initiatives in Hungary. Link
1. https://cepa.org/comprehensive-reports/chinese-influence-in-hungary/
2. http://gb.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/zgyw/202405/t20240508_11301077.htm
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Belgium
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There is a Chinese Cultural Centre in Brussels. This CCC is founded and funded by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Rourism and the City of Shanghai.
1. https://www.cccbrussels.be/nl/over-ons
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Denmark
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The China Cultural Center in Copenhagen organizes such events.
1. https://ccccph.org/about-us/
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Serbia
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Cultural exchange is still a developing segment of Serbian-Chinese cooperation and there are not many publicly funded projects in this regard. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Few" rating. Growing importance of culture in bilateral relations is recorded and prominent institutions are involved on both sides. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Significant" rating.
1. http://doi.fil.bg.ac.rs/pdf/eb_book/2019/fb_pip_rio/fb_pip_rio-2019-ch9.pdf
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Bolivia
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Huawei and the Consulate of Santa Cruz de la Sierra were the only sponsors found. Huawei funds many different cultural and sports events and organizations.
1. https://consumer.huawei.com/en/press/news/2015/hw-443814/
2. http://santacruz.china-consulate.gov.cn/chn/lgdt/202308/t20230817_11127849.htm
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Turkmenistan
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This is significant because Turkmenistan, as a generally closed country, typically does not promote the influence of foreign nations. However, it continues to host events promoting China and offers opportunities for citizens to visit China as students or for business. This occurs in the same year that the Turkmen government made it extremely difficult for citizens to travel to Turkey, which is the primary travel destination for most Turkmens.
1. http://paper.people.com.cn/rmrbhwb/html/2023-11/13/content_26026517.htm
2. https://www.mct.gov.cn/whzx/bnsj/dwwhllj/202311/t20231102_949495.html
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Nigeria
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Nigeria hosts a China Cultural Center which was established on March 2, 2012, based on the agreement signed by both countries, and opened on Sept 9, 2013. Among other items, PRC-connected entities have funded a Chinese film festival in Nigeria. The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and the China Cultural Center hosted the "2023 Women's Culture Day" series of activities The "2022 China-Nigeria Cultural Tourism Forum" hosted by the Nigeria China Cultural Center and co-organized by the Nigeria Youth Tourism Development Organization was held in Abuja. Therefore this indicator deserves a few but significant response.
Supplementary Notes
The URLs below provide supporting evidence: 1. The China Cultural Center in Nigeria: Link Link 2. 2023 Women's Culture Day: Hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and the China Cultural Center. Link 3. 2022 China-Nigeria Cultural Tourism Forum: Organized by the Nigeria China Cultural Center and co-organized by the Nigeria Youth Tourism Development Organization. Link
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South Africa
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Cultural events and cultural exchange projects are undertaken both as part of BRICS and the Belt and Road initiative rather than more broadly. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Few" rating. The BRICS Seminar on Governance and Cultural Exchange Forum 2023 was held in Johannesburg, this included other countries eager to join BRICS. It looks as if South Africa is playing a facilitative role in broadening cultural exchange to other African countries. Therefore this indicator deserves a significant rating.
1. https://english.news.cn/20230822/41f7ab0bdf2c480090e015d9ef7fd8a3/c.html
2. https://english.zufe.edu.cn/info/1051/1557.htm
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New Zealand
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Huawei sponsorship , the China Cultural Centres in Wellington and Auckland are organizations set up by the PRC Ministry of Culture through which money and funding for Chinese culture-connected events (Lunar New Year etc.) is frequently funnelled. Huawei used to sponsor a football club (wellington phoenix) but this is no longer the case.
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Zimbabwe
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The major cultural exchange program is the DreamStar talent show which is hosted by JCMC in partnership with Chinese Embassy and China Zimbabwe Exchange Centre. The other activities have mostly been organised by the Confucius Institute in Zimbabwe
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Uruguay
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China and Uruguay have held cultural exchange projects, such as the exhibition of Uruguayan artists in the 798 artistic district of Beijing. Also, China has hosted Uruguayan athletes as part of a sports cooperation agreement between the two governments. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "few" response. The exhibition was in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two governments. In regards to the sports, some Uruguayan athletes who trained in China went on to win medals for Uruguay. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "significant" rating.
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El Salvador
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The non-refundable cooperation agreement, after Nayib Bukele's visit to China in December 2019, is the main instrument to carry out cultural exchange. The construction of the new national library of El Salvador is the most important example. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "few" rating.
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Philippines
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The Chinese embassy often supports bilateral cultural events including the annual Philippines-China Cultural Festival, as seen in Cebu last Nov. 6, 2023; and the China-Philippines Cultural Exchange, Youth hosted in partnership with the Chinese Students' Association of the Philippines, also last year. Therefore the Indicator deserves a "Few" response. These events are often hosted in urban hubs or universities and well-attended by high-ranking PRC officials and diplomats. Therefore the Indicator deserves an "Significant" response.
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Such events are often marketed as apolitical and intended to promote China-Philippines bilateral ties, and have happened even before the growing tensions over the West Philippine Sea.
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Thailand
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In 2021, Chinese films were featured at the ASEAN Film Festival in Bangkok, highlighting cultural exchanges between China and Thailand. In October 2023, Thailand and the People’s Republic of China signed three key cultural cooperation agreements: 1. Action Plan on Cultural Cooperation (2023 - 2027) between the Ministry of Culture of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China. 2. Memorandum of Understanding on Film Cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of Thailand and the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television of China. 3. Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Mass Media and Information between Thailand’s Public Relations Department and China’s State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television.
1. https://cccbkk.org/%E0%B8%88%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%99-%E0%B9%84%E0%B8%97%E0%B8%A2-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%88/
2. https://www.thaigov.go.th/news/contents/details/73718
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Uganda
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The Chinese Confuscious institute always provides such scholarships and opportunities
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Japan
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Chinese Cultural Center hold cultural events. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Few" rating. Also, this Center was established based on the agreement between Chinese and Japanese governments. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "Significant" rating.
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At the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, China's presence is very prominent. This can be seen from the total amount of sponsorship from Chinese companies which reached $1.4 billion. Chinese companies that are official sponsors of the 2022 World Cup include Wanda Group, Hisense Group, Vivo and dairy company Mengniu.
1. https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202212/1282196.shtml
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Australia
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The Chinese government has set up the Chinese Cultural Centre in Sydney, which regularly hosts cultural events spoonsored by various PRC-connected entities. Various Chinese language schools in Australia have also coorganised roots-seeking summer camps (“中国寻根之旅”夏令营) for Australian-Chinese teenagers to visit the PRC. The All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese is the main organiser of these camps, with participation of various province-level Federations as well. It is highly likely that these summer camps are at least partially funded by the PRC. The high level of resources devoted to these cultural events summer camps and the adoption of narratives of 'telling the China story well' in the summer camps suggest a high strategic value accorded to their operation by the PRC, justifying a 'Significant' rating.
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Gambia
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yes
1. https://www.southsouth-galaxy.org/news/shenzhen-china-and-banjul-the-gambia-exchanges-on-youth-volunteerism-and-digital-platforms/
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Algeria
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The Chinese Embassy in Algeria organizes events to honor Algerian students who learn the Chinese language. It goes beyong language. it delves into culture, literature, music..etc. Report 2: Within the framework of cooperation and cultural exchange between Algeria and China, and to consolidate the friendly relationship between the two countries, the Mufdi Zakaria Lecture Hall at the University of Algiers 2 hosted today, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, the activities of the National Chinese Language Competition under the title “The Cultural Bridge of the Chinese Language” in its twenty-second edition, organized by the Vice Presidency of the University. For relationships
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France
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More is expected in 2024 marking the 60th anniversary of Sino-French diplomatic relations
1. https://cefc-paris.fr/relations-franco-chinoises/
2. https://www.ladepeche.fr/2023/10/04/reportage-plongee-dans-les-coulisses-du-deuxieme-festival-des-lanternes-de-montauban-11496159.php
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Sweden
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Including sponsorship of a minor football club by PRC firm. More prevalent within Chinese communities.
1. https://www.expressen.se/sport/fotboll/kinesiska-miljardbolagets-satsning--pa-svenska-division-3/
2. https://kinacentrum.se/en/publications/chinese-language-schools-in-sweden-and-their-connections-with-the-communist-party-of-china/
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Ireland
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There are a number of cutlural exchange events taking place between Ireland and China.
1. https://www.iccec.ie/
2. https://www.ucd.ie/irish/en/global/exchangeswithucdchinajointcolleges/
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Greece
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Such events, organised by Chinese entities and China's diplomatic represantation in Greece are several and increasing in number. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "More than a few" rating. However, they usually revolve around Chinese aspects, like caligraphy, tradition and martial arts, and aim to the standard promotion of Chinese culture. Therefore. this indicator deserves an "Insignificant" rating.
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Chinese Cultural associations in Greece are, likely, also recipients of PRC funding. However, the reported evidence are scarce.
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Portugal
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There are several cultural exchange projects and cultural events. Most of them are carried out by the Chinese embassy in Portugal and/or the Macau Scientific and Cultural Centre. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a "More than a few" rating. However, their impact on the broader society is limited. Therefore, this Indicator deserves an "Insignificant" rating.
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Ethiopia
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The Confucius Institute at Addis Ababa University facilitates cultural exchanges and organizes events, including classes on traditional Chinese medicine.
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Timor-Leste
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Angola
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China Bridge, a Chinese language proficiency contest, has been taking place in Angola for some years.
1. https://english.news.cn/20230622/29eb26fb343e4f11b9a417f81b4dc192/c.html
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Latvia
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Executive Program for Cultural Exchange between the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China and the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia for the Years 2021-2025 Link
1. http://www.china-ceec.org/eng/zywj/glyhzwj/202201/t20220128_10636075.htm
Supplementary Notes
The China Cultural Center opened in 2015 with the goal to popularize Chinese culture through various events, such as art exhibitions, movie screenings, seminars, and the like. Link
1. https://cepa.org/comprehensive-reports/chinese-influence-in-latvia/
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Kyrgyzstan
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Kyrgyzstan hosts a Chinese culture exhibition.
1. http://english.scio.gov.cn/beltandroad/2023-12/29/content_116910008.htm
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Kyrgyzstan and China agree to organize joint cultural events. Link China and Kyrgyzstan plan to hold a conference and cultural events dedicated to the 95th anniversary of Chingiz Aitmatov. Link
1. https://m.akipress.com/news:721507:Kyrgyzstan_and_China_agree_to_organize_joint_cultural_events/
2. https://theasiatoday.org/news/central-asia/china-kyrgyzstan-plan-to-hold-conference-and-cultural-events-dedicated-to-95th-anniversary-of-chingiz-aitmatov/
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Jordan
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Link China Cultural Center showcases Sichuan cuisine to mark Mid-Autumn Festival in Jordan Link Celebrating the 2023 Chinese New Year of the Rabbit, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-CI) and China Cultural Center in Amman have jointly held a Chinese Cultural Day at Mashreq International School on February 2nd, 2023
1. https://english.news.cn/20230929/2943306258ba40e082adcc3b3a016519/c.html
2. https://media.tagorg.com/news.aspx?id=36861&group_key=news&lang=en
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Link China to open cultural center in Jordan -2018
1. http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-01/08/c_136880405.htm
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Egypt
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Link Confucius Institute at Cairo University is intended to teach Egyptian scholars the Chinese language and share Chinese culture Link Link China Cultural Center in Cairo exists in Egypt, created and funded by the Chinese government.
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Lebanon
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Link China-funded conservatory in Lebanon to be center of attraction in Mideast: Lebanese PM - 2022
1. https://english.news.cn/20221006/c43648aea44b4dbea9e7642a9afe7fe2/c.html
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Link Chinese Ambassador to Lebanon Wang Kejian (2nd R) and Lebanese Culture Minister Abbas Mortada (2nd L) sign the agreement on behalf of their governments during a ceremony at the Lebanese Culture Ministry in Beirut, Lebanon, May 27, 2020. China and Lebanon signed on Wednesday an agreement aimed at creating cultural centers in both countries, said a statement by the Chinese embassy in Lebanon.
1. http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-05/28/c_139092985.htm
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Costa Rica
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In September 2023, the Embassy of China in Costa Rica supported the Carolina Band to be part of the celebrations of the National Day of the People's Republic of China. They were invited by China Performing Arts Agency, subordinate to the Ministry of Culture of China. The influence phenomenon has been observed, and the scale if “Few” and the phenomenon is “Insignificant”
1. https://n9.cl/crayn
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Bangladesh
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The Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh donated sports goods to Bangladesh Wushu Federation.
1. http://bd.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/dshd/202305/t20230530_11085972.htm
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Lithuania
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From 2018 to 2022, an annual Chinese lantern festival was organized in northern Lithuania in cooperation with one of China's largest lantern companies from Zigong, Sichuan, the birthplace of China's own lantern festival. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "Few" and "Insignificant" rating.
1. https://ticket.pakruojo-dvaras.lt/azijos-zibintai-2022/produktas/bilietai/
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Embassy of China and the Confucious institutes are organizing cultural events, as well as projects (language courses, caligraphy, etc) regularly
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Montenegro
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The Republic of Montenegro and the Shanghai Foreign Cultural Exchange Association jointly organized the “Belt and Road” initiative's 10th Anniversary concert in the Capital, Podgorica. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a “Few” rating. However, there were no other such cultural events in Montenegro. Therefore, this indicator deserves an “ insignificant” rating.
1. https://news.cri.cn/20230928/9a749c45-175a-7df7-7967-3e666f64e65d.html
2. https://sh.cri.cn/20230731/edb8fc7c-f15e-8071-d029-f9916b274d0d.html
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Turkey
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There are several cultural support and exchange programs between Turkey and China. Turkey and China signed a cultural cooperation agreement in 1993 and a cultural exchange programme in 2007. The Chinese Embassy also supports several art contests, galeries and other events. In another instance, Chinese Embassy and a Chinese Businnes NGO signed a memorandum to support young Turkish table tennis players. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "Few" rating. These agreements did not translate into a major trend and remained limited. Therefore, this trend deserves an "insignificant" rating.
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Iceland
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The Confusius Centre in Iceland actively plans Cultural events, both for supportive domestic groups and the diasphora, such as the Spring Gala Festival at the PRC's Embassy in Iceland. Additionally the PRC's Embassy in Iceland celebrates and hosts events related to Chinese culture. Therefore, this indicator deserves a "few" rating. The group's activities are not reaching large groups outside of their closed China-interested community. Therefore, this indicator deserves an "insignificant" rating.
1. https://konfusius.is/is/velkomin-kinverska-nyarshatid-laugardaginn
2. http://is.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/zbgx/202304/t20230417_11060129.htm
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Romania
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The Chinese Cultural Center in Bucharest and the embassy do organize events, but they are rather low key and many of them, apolitical. There were no major sport events sponsored by the PRC, while the academic exchange grants are a few dozen per year. When they try to become more visible, such as with the film festival, the event becomes a flop because the public anticipate many movies are patriotic propaganda
1. https://www.facebook.com/bucharestccc
2. http://ro.china-embassy.gov.cn/rom/sgzcnew/sghdnew/202210/t20221011_10781102.html
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Moldova
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Other theater or music companies from both sides visit the other part, but these instances are rare and without a big impact. In general, the entertainment market in Moldova is dominated by Western and Russian content
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Paraguay
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Huawei is the only PRC-connected entity participating or funding cultural events and not too significant (Link 1) HUAWEI Paraguay held a social event together with the SOS Children's Villages organization.. (Link 2) Huawei launched an edition of the Huawei Seeds for the Future program in Paraguay.
1. https://www.ultimahora.com/huawei-y-aldeas-infantiles-brindan-un-dia-de-innovacion-y-alegria-a-los-ninos
2. https://infonegocios.com.py/infobrand/huawei-lanzo-una-edicion-mas-del-programa-semillas-para-el-futuro-de-huawei
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Pakistan
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Public events relatively restricted due to security threats. Over the last few years, these events were held virtually/ online or inside the embassy security.
1. https://www.brecorder.com/news/40287842/2024-happy-chinese-new-year-series-of-activities-launched
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Afghanistan
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Yes, there are cultural events, but they are hosted by Confucius Institutes, so they are more like internal events and thus insignificant. Additionally, there was a football game in Bamyan province funded by Chinese entities.
1. https://ices.tyut.edu.cn/info/1046/3550.htm
2. https://newsen.pku.edu.cn/PKUmedia/12965.html
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India
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The cultural exchange programs seen before Covid and Border Clashes in 2020 seem to be on revival stage initiated from the PRC side and supported by PRC-connected entitites. This indicator deserves a few and insignificant rating as it is not in huge numbers and at the same time, it seems to be initiated more from the PRC side.
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Senegal
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China and Senegal collaborated in 2022 to host the exhibition of paintings, titled "Glances Across the Oceans - The China in the eyes of African artists", at the Museum of Black Civilizations in Dakar. The exhibition highlighted 39 paintings created by twenty African artists from around ten countries made during their stay in China.
1. https://french.news.cn/20230518/e8f74bc0603a4f3e8fcb5f28fbbe2da3/c.html
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Kenya
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Kenyan institutions have held events to celebrate Chinese culture such as songs and food and held sports events including football, basketball and golf tournaments in Nairobi contested by players from Kenya and China. Therefore, this Indicator deserves a “Few” rating. The events were sponsored and attended by Club of Sino- Africa Culture and Tourism, Confucius Institute at the University of Nairobi (CIUON) The event was planned as a one off event as part of celebrations for the 60th anniversary of China and Kenya diplomatic ties. Therefore, this Indicator deserves an "Insignificant" rating.
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Czech Republic
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Usually small events with very limited outreach organized by Confucius Institutes.
1. https://www.konfucius-vsfs.cz/o-nas/zpravy/cinsky-novy-rok-2024-rok-draka-102
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Poland
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Chinese embassy in Warsaw tend to organize several contests on Chinese culture and holidays in social media with sovernirs and gifts as prizes. No official sponsorship or funding on sports events or cultural events however.
1. http://pl.china-embassy.gov.cn/pol/sghd_1/202311/t20231106_11174793.htm
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There have been several cultural events in South Korea organised by Chinese entities.
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Saudi Arabia
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In December 2022, some 40 art works created by Arab artists who visited China have been exhibited in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh to highlight the latest achievements of the China-Arab cultural exchanges and mutual learning. The Dec. 8-9 exhibition, co-organized by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Saudi Ministry of Culture and Arab League, was held in the Palace of Culture.
1. https://english.news.cn/20221209/c2e30075089b460e907aadfbe6e76532/c.html
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Israel
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The Cultural Center, established by the Chinese Embassy, organizes several cultural events and offers cultural courses open to the public. Approximately 20-30 people attend these events.
1. https://ccctlv.org/events/?lang=en
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Georgia
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Armenia
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The list of Chinese-Armenian Cultural Projects: Link
1. https://chinarmart.com/category/news/chinese-armenian-cultural-projects/
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Kazakhstan
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The Chinese TV drama All is Well has helped Kazakhs gain a better understanding of Chinese culture and daily life. The series has become popular in Kazakhstan, airing weekdays in Kazakh on Astana TV. However, despite these cultural exchanges, Chinese films and TV series still have a relatively low influence and market share in Kazakhstan. Link Link Link
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China opens Cultural Exhibition in Tajikistan. Link
1. https://china.aiddata.org/projects/40221/
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1. https://china.aiddata.org/projects/67296/
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Belarus-China Cultural and Diplomatic Relations: 1. Days of Belarus in China The head of the Chinese department congratulated Belarus on the successful launch of the Days of Belarus in China, running until December 2. Source: Link 2. Chinese Cultural Center in Minsk Announced in 2015 by Presidents Xi Jinping and Alexander Lukashenko. Opened on December 21, 2016, in Minsk. Source: Link 3. "Centenary of the Communist Party of China" Photo Exhibition (2021) Highlighted China’s development with four detailed expositions. Source: Link 4. Cultural Relations Growth Enhanced since 2007, institutionalized in 2013 under a joint declaration. Includes education cooperation protocols. Source: Link
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Mongolia
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Slovakia
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Finland
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The most significant of these, Chinese New Year celebration was organized together with city of Helsinki supported by PRC Embassy in Helsinki, but in 2023 the city Helsinki decided not to organize the event anymore.
1. https://www.mtvuutiset.fi/artikkeli/helsingilta-jymy-yllatys-vuosia-jarjestetty-kiinalaisen-uudenvuoden-juhlinta-loppui/8873798
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Albania
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1. https://www.facebook.com/institutkonfucij.mk/?locale=mk_MK
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While we have not observed instances where PRC-connected entities were involved in direct funding of cultural events, projects and organisations, it should be noted that Chinese culture is present and frequently presented at smaller cultural events troughout the country, usually at culture or food festivals organised by municipal authorities. At these events the Confucius institute, including both professors and students from there, are frequent pariticipants, presenting varying aspects of Chinese culture and cuisine. This can be ilustrated by the provided URL which notes the activities of the institute troughout the year.
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Italy
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Never heard of anything of the sort.
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Seems highly unlikely.
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Ukraine
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After 02/24/2022 we are not aware of any such case.
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Nicaragua
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Except the cultural center China is financing in DRC, We couldn't find any sign of a cultural event sponsored by China's related entity.
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We’re able to find cultural and educational initiatives that potentially received Chinese resources. However, we did not have access to enough data to prove the connection with PRC-connected entities.
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