Malta's China Cultural Center expands with new classes

Newcomer Jonathan Xuereb embraced the challenge of learning Chinese, acknowledging its complexity but calling it "one of the hardest yet most rewarding languages to learn." Xuereb, open to exploring new cultures, sees language as a gateway to understanding different traditions.

Since 2004, the China Cultural Center has offered Chinese language classes to local residents, expanding in 2023 to include courses in traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy. According to Yuan Yuan, the center's director, these programs provide an important platform for locals to delve into Chinese culture and art.

During the event, Yuan also introduced the English edition of "China in Maltese Eyes", a book co-published by Heritage Malta and the China Cultural Center. Featuring contributions from over 20 Maltese individuals of varied backgrounds, the book shares personal reflections on China's culture, history, and contemporary developments, highlighting the growing connection between the two countries.