How humans treat nature is of great importance to Earth,the only homeland to all human beings.Should humans endlessly plunder natural resources for material wealth accumulation,just like what the developed Western cou...How humans treat nature is of great importance to Earth,the only homeland to all human beings.Should humans endlessly plunder natural resources for material wealth accumulation,just like what the developed Western countries did during their industrialisation,or coexist with nature in harmonious and balanced ways,so as to promote high-quality development,create a high-quality living environment and leave a beautiful homeland featuring blue sky,green land and clean water for the later generations?展开更多
Since time immemorial,humans have made their homes alongside waterways,and mighty rivers have been the cradles of human civilization.However,as society has evolved at an ever-accelerating pace,our relationship with th...Since time immemorial,humans have made their homes alongside waterways,and mighty rivers have been the cradles of human civilization.However,as society has evolved at an ever-accelerating pace,our relationship with these life-giving streams has shifted dramatically,from one of reverence to exploitation.Now,the profound water crisis has compelled humanity to reexamine its connection with rivers.展开更多
The Beautiful China Initiative(BCI)is a plan for the sustainable development of the Chinese nation as well as for China to fulfill the United Nations’2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.The Chinese government’s...The Beautiful China Initiative(BCI)is a plan for the sustainable development of the Chinese nation as well as for China to fulfill the United Nations’2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.The Chinese government’s“five-in-one”approach provides strategic arrangements for developing the BCI,and President Xi Jinping proposed a timetable and“road map”for the BCI at the National Conference on Ecological and Environmental Protection.Nevertheless,the theoretical basis,evaluation index system,evaluation criteria and effectiveness of the BCI are currently unclear.This paper begins by exploring the basic content of the BCI from narrow and broad perspectives.It regards the theory of human-nature harmonious coexistence and the five-in-one beauty theory as the core theoretical bases of the BCI and constructs a five-element BCI evaluation index system(ecological environment,green development,social harmony,system perfection and cultural heritage)and utilizes the assessment method of the United Nations’Human Development Index to assess scientifically the effectiveness of the BCI in 341 prefecture-level cities.The results show the average BCI index(the Chinese Academy of Sciences Beauty Index)score to be 0.28,which is quite low,while the average scores for the individual element indexes of the ecological environment index,green development index,social harmony index,system perfection index and cultural heritage index are 0.6,0.22,0.29,0.22 and 0.07,respectively.All of these are relatively low values,with relatively large discrepancies in regional development,indicating that progress in the BCI is generally slow and unbalanced.To realize the BCI’s timetable and roadmap to a high quality and high standard,it is suggested that a common system for evaluating the progress of the BCI is developed and promulgated so that dynamic monitoring and phased evaluations can take place;BCI technical assessment standards are compiled and published;BCI comprehensive zoning is undertaken;pilot projects adapted to local conditions are launched in BCI sample areas;and BCI results are incorporated into performance indicators at all levels of government.展开更多
Building trust and seeking harmony should be the guiding principle for promoting friendly exchanges and win-win cooperation between different civilizations.THE term“jiang xin xiu mu”(讲信修睦),literally meaning to b...Building trust and seeking harmony should be the guiding principle for promoting friendly exchanges and win-win cooperation between different civilizations.THE term“jiang xin xiu mu”(讲信修睦),literally meaning to build trust and seek amity,conveys an ancient Confucian ideal for society and policy.Today it has become an important concept in China’s ancient treasure chest of wisdom that helps shape the Chinese culture and society.展开更多
On May 18,the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon,co-sponsored by.China International Culture Association,the Department of Culture and Tourism of Hubei Province and China Cultural Center in Auckland,and organize...On May 18,the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon,co-sponsored by.China International Culture Association,the Department of Culture and Tourism of Hubei Province and China Cultural Center in Auckland,and organized by Asia New Zealand Foundation,New Zealand Tea Culture Institute and New Zealand Multicultural Exchange and Experience Center,was held at Lake.House Arts Center in Auckland.展开更多
May 21,2024 marks the 5th.International Tea Day.On May 23,the Chinese Embassy in the UK held the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon.At the event,guests were treated with three Hubei speciality teas,namely Enshi ...May 21,2024 marks the 5th.International Tea Day.On May 23,the Chinese Embassy in the UK held the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon.At the event,guests were treated with three Hubei speciality teas,namely Enshi Yulu green tea,Yihong black tea,and Green Brick team,introduced to the history and culture of Chinese tea.展开更多
On April 23,China Cultural Center in Berlin,together with the Bureau of Culture and Tourism of Qingdao City and the People's Government of L aoshan District,Qingdao City,held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon 20...On April 23,China Cultural Center in Berlin,together with the Bureau of Culture and Tourism of Qingdao City and the People's Government of L aoshan District,Qingdao City,held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon 2024 Qingdao,presenting the guests with a gathering of men of letter integrating appreciating tea,watching exhibition,enjoying piano music,learning tea art and tasting refreshments.展开更多
On June 23,hosted by the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Toronto and co-organized by the Culture and Arts Center of Guofeng Art Museum,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon was successfull...On June 23,hosted by the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Toronto and co-organized by the Culture and Arts Center of Guofeng Art Museum,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon was successfully held in Toronto.Through this event,the Chinese and Canadian people have enhanced friendship and deepened mutual understanding in the exchange of tea culture,injecting new vitality into the stability and development of bilateral relations.展开更多
Contemporary World Magazine,which is affiliated to the International Department of the CPC Central Committee(IDCPC),held an exchange act ivi ty themed on“Harmony for Shared Prosperity”in Beijing on May 7,2024.
An immersive Tang-dynastystyle tea ceremony interactive experience was performed before a full house at China Cultural Center in Stockholm in the afternoon of June 25,accompanied by the melodious tunes of Guzheng and ...An immersive Tang-dynastystyle tea ceremony interactive experience was performed before a full house at China Cultural Center in Stockholm in the afternoon of June 25,accompanied by the melodious tunes of Guzheng and bamboo flute.展开更多
From April 22 to April 26,the Workshop on Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage for Laos,hosted by China Cultural Center in Laos as the supporting unit together with the International Training Center for Intangibl...From April 22 to April 26,the Workshop on Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage for Laos,hosted by China Cultural Center in Laos as the supporting unit together with the International Training Center for Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Asia-Pacific Region under the auspices of UNESCO and the Ministry of Information,Culture and Tourism of Laos,was held in Pu'er,Yunnan,China,which was attended by 20 cultural officials from the Ministry of Information.展开更多
As a crucial project of the"Cultural Silk Road"program,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon event was successfully held in47 countries globally for the first time in 2023.In order to continue to do a good...As a crucial project of the"Cultural Silk Road"program,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon event was successfully held in47 countries globally for the first time in 2023.In order to continue to do a goodjob in promoting China's tea culture and to make fulluse ofthe platform role of Chinese Embassies and Consulates(Delegations),China Cultural Centers and China National Tourist Offices,the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China held the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon event worldwide around the International Tea Day on May 21,2024.展开更多
On May 8,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon for Dignitaries and Celebrities was successully held at China Culture.Center in Mauritius.More than 100 people attended the ceremony,including Chinese Ambassador to Mau...On May 8,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon for Dignitaries and Celebrities was successully held at China Culture.Center in Mauritius.More than 100 people attended the ceremony,including Chinese Ambassador to Mauritius Zhu Liying and his wife Ying Qunhua,Mauritius Vice President Marie Cyril Eddy Boissezon,Mauritian Ambassador to China Marie Roland Alain Wong Yen Cheong and friends from all walks of life.展开更多
On June 6,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was held at Houseof Artisans in Abu Dhabi,which was sponsored by the Chinese Embassyin the UAE,China International Culture Association and the Bureauof Culture and Tourism...On June 6,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was held at Houseof Artisans in Abu Dhabi,which was sponsored by the Chinese Embassyin the UAE,China International Culture Association and the Bureauof Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi,and organized by China Cultural Center in the UAE,House of Artisans and Houseof Arabic Coffee in Abu Dhabi.展开更多
On June 20,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon held by China Cultural Centerattracted dozens of students of the Chinese class of the cultural center and their relatives and friends.All of them sat together,sharing tea...On June 20,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon held by China Cultural Centerattracted dozens of students of the Chinese class of the cultural center and their relatives and friends.All of them sat together,sharing tea fragrance and tea culture.The event was held in the form of salon,using the way of sitting on the floor to create a relaxed and warm atmosphere,allowing guests to immerse themselves in the Chinese tea culture.展开更多
On June 12,the Chinese tea tasting activity Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was successfully held in Panama,which was co-sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Panama,China International Culture Association and the P...On June 12,the Chinese tea tasting activity Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was successfully held in Panama,which was co-sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Panama,China International Culture Association and the People's Government of Yangzhou.展开更多
On June 11,2024,China Cultural Center in Copenhagen held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon incelebration of the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Center.In the celebration,the 4 Chinese and Danish music perfor...On June 11,2024,China Cultural Center in Copenhagen held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon incelebration of the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Center.In the celebration,the 4 Chinese and Danish music performers,i.e.,Li Kaiwei,He Xing,Liam Larsen and Kamil Kolakowski from the Royal Danish Academy of Music,jointly contributed a number of classic songs well known in China and Denmark.The piano and flute ensemble,The Same Song,was sung at the opening ceremony of the Center,which brought the time back to 10 years ago.In the 10th anniversary celebration,this melody of China-Denmark communication spanning 10 years was played once again.展开更多
For Chodor,a Tibetan herder living in the remote Shanza County of the Xizang Autonomous Region,protecting nature and wildlife is more than just a job-it's both a responsibility and a source of pride.
The harmony between man and nature is the base for the harmonious society. It is determined by the eco-ruleand eco-economic rule. Human being should not violate the eco-rule. However, human being can make eco-systemsu...The harmony between man and nature is the base for the harmonious society. It is determined by the eco-ruleand eco-economic rule. Human being should not violate the eco-rule. However, human being can make eco-systemsupply suit economic growth and its speed through systematical innovation and restriction of human economic activityand choice. Through technological innovation, efficiency satisfaction of unit resource can be increased; structure andfunction of eco-system can be perfected; supply capability of eco-system can be improved. To build the harmonioussociety, human should consider the reasonable distribution of limited resources from two sides. The first one is that theutilization of two functions of resource supply and pollution purification to nature should not exceed its special supplycapability formed under its special structure and function states, i.e. harmony between man and nature. The second sideis human being should think over the reasonable and effective distribution of limited resources in economic society, i.e.harmony between human beings and society. The reasonable economic activity of human being is the key to the harmo-nious development of man and nature.展开更多
文摘How humans treat nature is of great importance to Earth,the only homeland to all human beings.Should humans endlessly plunder natural resources for material wealth accumulation,just like what the developed Western countries did during their industrialisation,or coexist with nature in harmonious and balanced ways,so as to promote high-quality development,create a high-quality living environment and leave a beautiful homeland featuring blue sky,green land and clean water for the later generations?
文摘Since time immemorial,humans have made their homes alongside waterways,and mighty rivers have been the cradles of human civilization.However,as society has evolved at an ever-accelerating pace,our relationship with these life-giving streams has shifted dramatically,from one of reverence to exploitation.Now,the profound water crisis has compelled humanity to reexamine its connection with rivers.
基金Major Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.41590840,No.41590842The Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of SciencesPan-Third Pole Environment Study for a Green Silk Road(Pan-TPE),No.XDA20040400。
文摘The Beautiful China Initiative(BCI)is a plan for the sustainable development of the Chinese nation as well as for China to fulfill the United Nations’2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.The Chinese government’s“five-in-one”approach provides strategic arrangements for developing the BCI,and President Xi Jinping proposed a timetable and“road map”for the BCI at the National Conference on Ecological and Environmental Protection.Nevertheless,the theoretical basis,evaluation index system,evaluation criteria and effectiveness of the BCI are currently unclear.This paper begins by exploring the basic content of the BCI from narrow and broad perspectives.It regards the theory of human-nature harmonious coexistence and the five-in-one beauty theory as the core theoretical bases of the BCI and constructs a five-element BCI evaluation index system(ecological environment,green development,social harmony,system perfection and cultural heritage)and utilizes the assessment method of the United Nations’Human Development Index to assess scientifically the effectiveness of the BCI in 341 prefecture-level cities.The results show the average BCI index(the Chinese Academy of Sciences Beauty Index)score to be 0.28,which is quite low,while the average scores for the individual element indexes of the ecological environment index,green development index,social harmony index,system perfection index and cultural heritage index are 0.6,0.22,0.29,0.22 and 0.07,respectively.All of these are relatively low values,with relatively large discrepancies in regional development,indicating that progress in the BCI is generally slow and unbalanced.To realize the BCI’s timetable and roadmap to a high quality and high standard,it is suggested that a common system for evaluating the progress of the BCI is developed and promulgated so that dynamic monitoring and phased evaluations can take place;BCI technical assessment standards are compiled and published;BCI comprehensive zoning is undertaken;pilot projects adapted to local conditions are launched in BCI sample areas;and BCI results are incorporated into performance indicators at all levels of government.
文摘Building trust and seeking harmony should be the guiding principle for promoting friendly exchanges and win-win cooperation between different civilizations.THE term“jiang xin xiu mu”(讲信修睦),literally meaning to build trust and seek amity,conveys an ancient Confucian ideal for society and policy.Today it has become an important concept in China’s ancient treasure chest of wisdom that helps shape the Chinese culture and society.
文摘On May 18,the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon,co-sponsored by.China International Culture Association,the Department of Culture and Tourism of Hubei Province and China Cultural Center in Auckland,and organized by Asia New Zealand Foundation,New Zealand Tea Culture Institute and New Zealand Multicultural Exchange and Experience Center,was held at Lake.House Arts Center in Auckland.
文摘May 21,2024 marks the 5th.International Tea Day.On May 23,the Chinese Embassy in the UK held the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon.At the event,guests were treated with three Hubei speciality teas,namely Enshi Yulu green tea,Yihong black tea,and Green Brick team,introduced to the history and culture of Chinese tea.
文摘On April 23,China Cultural Center in Berlin,together with the Bureau of Culture and Tourism of Qingdao City and the People's Government of L aoshan District,Qingdao City,held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon 2024 Qingdao,presenting the guests with a gathering of men of letter integrating appreciating tea,watching exhibition,enjoying piano music,learning tea art and tasting refreshments.
文摘On June 23,hosted by the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Toronto and co-organized by the Culture and Arts Center of Guofeng Art Museum,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon was successfully held in Toronto.Through this event,the Chinese and Canadian people have enhanced friendship and deepened mutual understanding in the exchange of tea culture,injecting new vitality into the stability and development of bilateral relations.
文摘Contemporary World Magazine,which is affiliated to the International Department of the CPC Central Committee(IDCPC),held an exchange act ivi ty themed on“Harmony for Shared Prosperity”in Beijing on May 7,2024.
文摘An immersive Tang-dynastystyle tea ceremony interactive experience was performed before a full house at China Cultural Center in Stockholm in the afternoon of June 25,accompanied by the melodious tunes of Guzheng and bamboo flute.
文摘From April 22 to April 26,the Workshop on Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage for Laos,hosted by China Cultural Center in Laos as the supporting unit together with the International Training Center for Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Asia-Pacific Region under the auspices of UNESCO and the Ministry of Information,Culture and Tourism of Laos,was held in Pu'er,Yunnan,China,which was attended by 20 cultural officials from the Ministry of Information.
文摘As a crucial project of the"Cultural Silk Road"program,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon event was successfully held in47 countries globally for the first time in 2023.In order to continue to do a goodjob in promoting China's tea culture and to make fulluse ofthe platform role of Chinese Embassies and Consulates(Delegations),China Cultural Centers and China National Tourist Offices,the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China held the 2024 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon event worldwide around the International Tea Day on May 21,2024.
文摘On May 8,the Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural.Salon for Dignitaries and Celebrities was successully held at China Culture.Center in Mauritius.More than 100 people attended the ceremony,including Chinese Ambassador to Mauritius Zhu Liying and his wife Ying Qunhua,Mauritius Vice President Marie Cyril Eddy Boissezon,Mauritian Ambassador to China Marie Roland Alain Wong Yen Cheong and friends from all walks of life.
文摘On June 6,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was held at Houseof Artisans in Abu Dhabi,which was sponsored by the Chinese Embassyin the UAE,China International Culture Association and the Bureauof Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi,and organized by China Cultural Center in the UAE,House of Artisans and Houseof Arabic Coffee in Abu Dhabi.
文摘On June 20,Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon held by China Cultural Centerattracted dozens of students of the Chinese class of the cultural center and their relatives and friends.All of them sat together,sharing tea fragrance and tea culture.The event was held in the form of salon,using the way of sitting on the floor to create a relaxed and warm atmosphere,allowing guests to immerse themselves in the Chinese tea culture.
文摘On June 12,the Chinese tea tasting activity Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon was successfully held in Panama,which was co-sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Panama,China International Culture Association and the People's Government of Yangzhou.
文摘On June 11,2024,China Cultural Center in Copenhagen held Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon incelebration of the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Center.In the celebration,the 4 Chinese and Danish music performers,i.e.,Li Kaiwei,He Xing,Liam Larsen and Kamil Kolakowski from the Royal Danish Academy of Music,jointly contributed a number of classic songs well known in China and Denmark.The piano and flute ensemble,The Same Song,was sung at the opening ceremony of the Center,which brought the time back to 10 years ago.In the 10th anniversary celebration,this melody of China-Denmark communication spanning 10 years was played once again.
文摘For Chodor,a Tibetan herder living in the remote Shanza County of the Xizang Autonomous Region,protecting nature and wildlife is more than just a job-it's both a responsibility and a source of pride.
文摘The harmony between man and nature is the base for the harmonious society. It is determined by the eco-ruleand eco-economic rule. Human being should not violate the eco-rule. However, human being can make eco-systemsupply suit economic growth and its speed through systematical innovation and restriction of human economic activityand choice. Through technological innovation, efficiency satisfaction of unit resource can be increased; structure andfunction of eco-system can be perfected; supply capability of eco-system can be improved. To build the harmonioussociety, human should consider the reasonable distribution of limited resources from two sides. The first one is that theutilization of two functions of resource supply and pollution purification to nature should not exceed its special supplycapability formed under its special structure and function states, i.e. harmony between man and nature. The second sideis human being should think over the reasonable and effective distribution of limited resources in economic society, i.e.harmony between human beings and society. The reasonable economic activity of human being is the key to the harmo-nious development of man and nature.
