BEIJING, Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The opening ceremony of global finals of the 23rd “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students took place today (August 19) in Nanping, Fujian. The event is guided by the Ministry of Education and the Fujian Provincial Government, and organized by the Ministry of Education’s Center for Language Education and Cooperation. It is co-hosted by the Fujian Provincial Department of Education, Fujian Media Group, Fujian Normal University, and the Fujian Tourism Development Group.
This year’s competition features 147 contestants from 130 countries and regions. After the opening ceremony, the contestants immediately took part in the first round, a written test that assesses knowledge of various aspects of China, including its national conditions, geography, history, economy, and culture.
Yang Bingxuan, contestant from Thailand: “Thanks to Chinese, I’ve made friends from all over the world, and now we’re gathered here in Fujian. …