In celebration of the 2026 International Chinese Language Day and to deepen cultural exchanges between China and Europe, the Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) art troupe embarked on a tour from April 22 to May 1, visiting Germany, Belgium, and Hungary.

This tour initiative aimed to promote the international dissemination of the Chinese language by blending traditional Chinese culture with cross-cultural artistic expression. It highlighted China's vibrant and engaging image to the world, fostering educational and cultural cooperation.

The group pictures of BFSU art troupe [Photo/bfsu.edu.cn]

The events, rooted in BFSU's strengths in language and arts, featured a diverse array of performances including traditional Chinese instrumental music, cross-cultural ensembles, multilingual choral works, and original foreign-language comedy. These performances created a platform for cultural dialogue through various artistic mediums.

During the tour, the art troupe visited several institutions, including the Academic Confucius Institute Göttingen, Germany; the Confucius Institute in Liège, Belgium; the China Cultural Center in Brussels; and the Confucius Institute at Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary.

The group pictures of BFSU art troupe [Photo/bfsu.edu.cn]

In Belgium, the performances coincided with the 20th anniversary of the Liège Confucius Institute and the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium, offering a cultural tribute to these milestones. The Brussels event featured a cultural fair with interactive activities such as calligraphy, traditional paper cutting, Hanfu try-ons, and traditional games, enabling locals to experience the charm of Chinese culture. In Hungary, the troupe participated in the 20th-anniversary celebrations of the Confucius Institute at Eötvös Loránd University, where Chinese and Hungarian performances highlighted the theme of cultural exchange and mutual appreciation.

Throughout the tour, BFSU students and faculty engaged in discussions with peers from the University of Göttingen and Eötvös Loránd University, enhancing mutual understanding and friendship through shared musical experiences, including performances of Jasmine Flower (Mo Li Hua) and local folk songs.

The troupe also visited the EU headquarters to learn about policies and practices in cultural diversity protection and international cultural exchange, broadening their international perspectives and enhancing their cross-cultural communication skills.

Looking ahead, BFSU plans to continue developing the tours brand, enriching exchange formats and expanding cooperative fields. By using language and culture as bridges, BFSU aims to deepen educational and cultural exchanges, telling China's story and spreading its voice to the world, contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.