On the afternoon of February 7, Ambassador Yao Wen, together by Mr. Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, Cultural Advisor to the Interim Government of Bangladesh, visited the “China Book House” organized by the Chinese Embassy at the “Ekushey Book Fair”. They attended a special exhibition showcasing traditional Chinese craftsmanship hosted by the Confucius Institutes and engaged warmly with local readers, adding another cultural highlight to the 2025 Dhaka “Happy Chinese New Year” celebrations.
The “China Book House” exhibits over 400 types of Chinese publications, totalling over 1,000 copies, covering topics such as culture, history, folklore, tourism, cuisine, economy, politics, and Chinese language learning. In front of the “China Book House”, teachers from the Confucius Institutes set up interactive booths so that visitors could have the opportunity to experience traditional Chinese crafts such as sugar painting, woodblock printing, lacquer fan making, and the Luban lock. A dragon and lion dance team also performed up close for the audience, adding to the lively and festive atmosphere.
Ambassador Yao emphasized that the “China Book House” was established as a gateway for the Bangladeshi people to learn more about China. He welcomed Bangladeshi readers to explore and gain new knowledge through the platform. He expressed hope that people from all walks of life in Bangladesh would actively participate in celebrating the 50th anniversary of China-Bangladesh diplomatic relations and the Year of China-Bangladesh People-to-people Exchanges and contribute to further strengthening and elevating the friendship between China and Bangladesh.
Mr. Farooki remarked that the “China Book House” has enriched the cultural diversity of the “Ekushey Book Fair” and created a unique space for Bangladeshi readers to gain firsthand insights into Chinese culture.