CIG Students Perform at the Chinese Embassy in Switzerland’s 2026 Spring Festival Reception
On the evening of February 12, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Switzerland hosted the 2026 “Happy Spring Festival” Reception in 🇨🇭Bern. Ambassador Qian Minjian, accompanied by his spouse, attended the event and delivered a speech. Consul General Chen Yun of Zurich, together with approximately 500 representatives of the Chinese community in Switzerland, Chinese enterprises, students, and Swiss friends from various sectors, gathered to celebrate the Spring Festival.
(Speech by Ambassador Qian Minjian)
Ms. Huang Yuna and Mr. Fan Leshan, Directors of the Chinese Institute Geneva Foundation (CIG), attended the event by invitation, accompanied by several teacher representatives.
(Photo of Ambassador Qian and his spouse with the CIG delegation)
The evening featured a vibrant and diverse artistic program. Performers from the Nanjing Performing Arts Group, together with local Swiss artists, presented wonderful performances in a warm and festive atmosphere. Helena (Lenna Blue), a member of the CIG Mingyue Art Troupe, was invited to perform the song “Big Fish.” Her sincere and moving interpretation deeply touched the audience and was met with enthusiastic applause. It was a great honor and source of pride for CIG to showcase Chinese language education and the talent of young artists on such a distinguished diplomatic stage.
For many years, CIG has been dedicated to promoting Chinese language and culture in Switzerland. This invitation to participate in the Spring Festival reception performance reflects the positive role of overseas Chinese language education in fostering mutual understanding and friendship between China and Switzerland. On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, CIG sincerely wishes continued prosperity to China and enduring friendship between China and Switzerland.
(Photo of Mr. Cui Ke, Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Switzerland and Director of the Chinese Cultural Center in Bern, with the CIG delegation)