On April 8, 2026 the opening ceremony of the Li Bo (Li Bai) Kyrgyz-Chinese Research Center for Literature, History, Archaeology, and Ethnology was held at Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event was attended by Professor Dogdurbek Chontoev, Rector of KNU, and members of the Chinese delegation, led by Dai Jiangbing, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Vice Chairman of the Chinese Historical Society, Vice Chairman of the Educational and Methodological Council for History under the Ministry of Education of the People\u2019s Republic of China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his welcoming speech, Rector of KNU noted that this event is of particular significance for strengthening scientific and cultural ties between the Kyrgyz Republic and the People\u2019s Republic of China. The opening of the Li Bo Center symbolizes not only respect for China\u2019s rich cultural heritage but also our shared commitment to deepening mutual understanding between peoples through science, education, and humanitarian cooperation. He continued: \u201cIt is a great honor for Kyrgyz National University to implement this project jointly with Hebei Normal University, one of the prestigious educational and scientific centers of the People\u2019s Republic of China. I am confident that the Center\u2019s activities will become an important platform for joint research, the exchange of experience between scholars, academic mobility, and the training of highly qualified specialists in the humanities. We also give great importance to the participation of representatives from leading Chinese universities as Hebei Normal University, Northwest Normal University, and Fudan University in today\u2019s event. Your visit demonstrates high level of interest in developing scientific cooperation with the Kyrgyz Republic. I am confident that the opening of the Li Bai Center will be an important step toward strengthening academic ties, developing joint projects, and expanding humanitarian dialogue between our countries.\u201d In conclusion, he expressed sincere gratitude to all partners for their contributions to the project and wished the Center successful and fruitful work, new scientific achievements, and international recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the ceremony, Dogdurbek Chontoev awarded Mr. Dai Jiangbing the \u201c100th Anniversary of Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn\u201d jubilee medal for his significant contribution to the country\u2019s scientific, educational, and socio-cultural development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following the opening of the center, a short concert was held, where students performed excerpts from the Epic of Manas and recited Li Bai\u2019s poems in Chinese. A roundtable discussion was also held, attended by faculty and students from the Institute of History and Regional Studies. During the roundtable, members of the Chinese delegation presented their works and donated them to the Center. In response, the institute\u2019s faculty donated their works to members of the Chinese delegation. An exchange of opinions took place, and proposals were made regarding areas of collaboration in joint expeditions and publications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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