German scholars are discussing "Chinese keywords", from "mutual learning and mutual learning" to "harmony but difference" cooperation | Keywords | Scholars
Frankfurt, September 3 (Xinhua) - The "Chinese Keywords" Knowledge Sharing and Exchange Conference was held in Frankfurt, Germany on September 1. Participants jointly discussed Chinese keywords such as "mutual learning and learning" and "seeking common ground while reserving differences", calling on China and Germany to continue to strengthen cultural exchanges and jointly respond to global challenges through cooperation in multiple fields.
According to the Institute of Contemporary China and the World Studies, the organizer of this exchange conference, based on the German reference book "Chinese Keywords: Civilization Concepts", German experts and scholars present conducted in-depth discussions on the theme of "Sino German dialogue and mutual learning of civilizations".
Ashim Mitag, the head of the Department of Sinology at the University of T ü bingen in Germany and a sinologist, stated that the book "Chinese Keywords: Civilization Concepts" selects 80 key words, which are divided into four parts: cultivation, people-oriented, good governance, and communication, roughly corresponding to the "self-cultivation, family harmony, governance, and peace of the world" in Chinese Confucian culture, and has strong practical significance.
German educator Selkan Alslan said at the exchange meeting that key words such as "mutual learning and learning", "seeking common ground while reserving differences", and "brainstorming" left a deep impression on him, emphasizing the concepts and principles of openness, respect, and cooperation.
In Arslan's view, Germany and China share many similarities. Both countries are committed to promoting economic growth and improving people's living standards through education and innovation. Through knowledge and intellectual exchange, Germany and China can learn from each other, achieve mutual benefit, and find solutions to jointly address global challenges. He believes that respecting and understanding the differences between the two countries is particularly important in bilateral cooperation.
Former Speaker of the Hanau City Council in Germany, Schulman, was also deeply impressed by the keyword "mutual learning and mutual learning". He believes that both Germany and China have great inheritances of their respective ethnic cultures, and the two countries have appreciated and closely communicated with each other for many years. "Mutual learning and learning are the key to ensuring successful cooperation and exchange between Germany and China."
Noisel, former Asia Pacific Affairs Officer at the Ministry of Economy, Energy, Transport and Regional Development of Hesse, Germany, mentioned another key phrase - "harmony but diversity". He said that Germany and China are important trade partners for each other, and close cooperation between the two sides brings benefits to the people of both countries. "In my opinion, this is precisely the practical significance of 'harmony but difference'. The two countries have crossed each other's different cultural backgrounds, worked hard to enhance mutual understanding, and continuously deepened cooperation."
Lu Cairong, Deputy Director of the China Foreign Languages Bureau, stated through a video link that the "Chinese Keywords" knowledge sharing and exchange conference will use books as a medium to share the cultural wisdom of the Chinese nation, which emphasizes benevolence, people-oriented, integrity, justice, harmony, and seeking great harmony. This will help promote dialogue and mutual learning between China and Germany.
Huang Yiyang, Consul General of the Chinese Consulate General in Frankfurt, stated in his speech that both the Chinese nation and the German nation have a long history and splendid culture. He sincerely invites the German people to come to China to take a walk and take a look, experience the unique charm of Chinese civilization, and have a more comprehensive and in-depth understanding of China.
The multilingual series of "China Key Words" covers more than 20 topics and more than 20000 "key words" items, including Chinese path to modernization, governance, civilized ideas, targeted poverty alleviation, "the the Belt and Road", diplomacy and global governance, military and national defense. It is organized and compiled by the China Foreign Languages Administration, the Institute of Contemporary China and the World, and the China Institute of Translation, and published by the New World Press.