Confucius Institute debuts Chinese-language class in Cairo University

[Francis Hult]

China View

 

Confucius Institute debuts Chinese-language class in Cairo University

 

The Confucius Institute of Egypt's famed Cairo University held a ceremony Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the opening of its first Chinese-language class. 

 

    Wang Kejian, minister counsellor of the Chinese embassy in Egypt, voiced his appreciation to those involved in the establishment and operation of the Confucius Institute of Cairo University. 

 

    "The opening of its first Chinese-language class is of great significance for both sides," Wang said at the ceremony. To study the Chinese language would help enhance the exchange of culture and promote further economic cooperation between China and Egypt, said Wang. 

 

    It's also helpful for Egypt to attract more Chinese tourists since the Chinese-language class has special programs for tourism, added Wang. 

 

    Hamdi Ibrahim, head of the Confucius Institute and Counselor of the Cairo University President for Open Learning, said it's a good chance for Egyptians to study Chinese. 

 

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