UN Chinese Language Day Celebrated with "Chinese Language Shining Civilizations" Event

On April 12, 2026, CGTN America and CCTV UN announced the celebration of UN Chinese Language Day with an event titled "Chinese Language Shining Civilizations," organized in partnership with the Permanent Mission of China to the UN and China Media Group. Scheduled for April 13, the event highlights the cultural richness and global importance of the Chinese language.

UN Chinese Language Day, established in 2010, honors the legendary Cang Jie, credited with creating Chinese characters. Mandarin Chinese, with over a billion native speakers, is one of the UN's official languages, emphasizing its role in promoting multilingualism and cultural diversity.

This event not only celebrates the historical impact of the Chinese language but also its contemporary significance as a tool for communication and a bridge for global understanding. The event will also feature speeches by diplomats and language experts, along with performances celebrating Chinese artistic traditions.