Beijing, China — The second Orchid Awards news conference took place Thursday at the China International Communications Group, paving the way for an upcoming jury meeting set for Friday. Established in 2022, the Orchid Awards honor non-Chinese individuals and organizations that significantly contribute to cultural exchange and the promotion of Chinese culture. The awards made their debut with a ceremony in 2023.
This year’s Orchid Awards garnered global participation and underwent a rigorous selection process, culminating in the announcement of 30 finalists at the conference. The expert committee will determine the ten winners during the final jury meeting, which includes one Lifetime Honorary Award recipient, three Outstanding Achievement Award winners, and six Friendship Envoy Award honorees.
Yu Tao, vice-president of CICG, emphasized the significance of the Orchid Awards, describing them as instrumental in furthering the Global Civilization Initiative. The awards aim to advance universal human values such as peace, justice, and democracy while fostering cultural exchanges that underlie a global community with a shared future.
The selection committee for this year comprises 23 members, including a chairperson, three deputy chairpersons, a secretary-general, and 18 expert members. Zhou Shuchun, deputy chair of the committee, noted that the jury is characterized by its international scope, featuring experts from nine countries spread across five continents, alongside Chinese scholars, media professionals, artists, and cultural entrepreneurs.
The members of the expert committee bring diverse expertise from various fields, including Sinology, media and communication, cultural heritage preservation, and the arts. Their backgrounds enhance the deliberative process involved in selecting award recipients.
In addition to the awards, the China International Communications Group is expanding its influence through cultural exchange initiatives. In 2024, it plans to host 17 cultural events in 12 countries. Additionally, a book will be published featuring stories of ten laureates from the inaugural edition, and past winners along with international jury members will be invited to partake in cultural dialogues and site visits.
Through these endeavors, the Orchid Awards aim not only to celebrate individual achievements but also to foster deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures, ultimately contributing to mutual learning among civilizations.
This article was automatically written by Open AI. The people, facts, circumstances, and story may be inaccurate, and any article can be requested for removal, retraction, or correction by writing an email to contact@publiclawlibrary.org.