The 10th-anniversary of the Confucius Institute of Dhaka University (CIDU)  and the Chinese Film Day have been celebrated today, October 14, 2026 at the Institute of Modern Languages (IML) auditorium of DU. Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) of DU Prof. Dr. Mohammed Almujaddade Alfasane addressed the program as the chief guest.

The Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka Mr. Li Shaopeng and Director of the Institute of Modern Languages of DU Prof. Mohammad Absar Kamal addressed the program. The Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute Dr. Yang Hui gave vote of thanks.

Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) Prof. Dr. Mohammed Almujaddade Alfasane said, Confucius Institute has made significant contributions to Chinese language education, cultural exchange and academic collaboration. It has provided students with opportunities to learn the Chinese language, explore Chinese culture and develop a broader understanding of Chinese society. This institute has been a strong bridge of friendship and mutual understanding between Bangladesh and China for long time. He urged the graduates of this institute to play an effective role in strengthening cooperation between Bangladesh and China by contributing to teaching, research, translation, diplomacy, business and other areas. 

    Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh, Mr. Li Shaopeng said, film knows no borders and the culture brings people together. Film is an art that rises above language barriers and the people-to-people exchange is the foundation of the China-Bangladesh comprehensive strategic partnership, he added. He encouraged all to learn Chinese language and use it to discover the great secrets behind the Chinese modernization.

14/10/2026
Md. Rafiqul Islam
Director 
Public Relations Office
University of Dhaka