Nishan Forum on World Civilizations to kick off in Qufu
In recent years, Shandong, as the home province of Confucius and an important source of Chinese traditional culture, has made great strides in expanding the international influence of Chinese civilizations and stimulating the vitality of cultural innovation and creativity so as to build a new highland for cultural exchange and mutual learning.
The province has also called for the establishment of a global exchange platform to advance the construction of the Nishan World Center for Confucian Studies and the Nishan forum in an integrated manner. Starting in 2020, the Nishan forum and the Confucius festival have been held as an integrated event.
Furthermore, Shandong has been bolstering the creative transformation and innovative development of traditional Chinese cultures. The province has made solid progress in enhancing cultural confidence, vitalizing traditional cultures and advancing regional cultural heritage and demonstration projects.
