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Edited by Lian J. Ruan and Shengping Xia, the newest issue of “Library Trends” explores the rich, diverse, and long history of China’s cultural heritage and innovative digital scholarship. More details on “Cultural Heritage and Digital Scholarship in China: Part 1” are available at: bit.ly/4bfRyEX

Edited by Lian J. Ruan and Shengping Xia, the newest issue of Library Trends explores the rich, diverse, and long history of China’s cultural heritage and innovative digital scholarship. This issue, the second of two parts, addresses international collaboration, technology, and diversity. More on “Cultural Heritage and Digital Scholarship in China: Part II”: bit.ly/3x4pMgb You can find Part I here: bit.ly/4bfRyEX

Memorias para la Vida: Dialogues for the Construction of Cultures of Peace in Deep Colombia Between April 24 and 26, Fundación Escuelas de Paz and Manigua Rosa Foundation were very honored to participate in the XXXIV INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON CULTURE AND PEACE IN GERNIKA. They presented the project Memorias para la Vida: Dialogues for the Construction of Cultures of Peace in Deep Colombia. Read more: https://bit.ly/3XaskUL

🟡Panteia and Culture Action Europe are carrying out a study regarding the status and working conditions of artists and cultural and creative professionals in Europe. ➡️Recently, the European Parliament has proposed an EU framework to improve the living and working conditions for cultural and creative workers. 🔵This study is in response to this recent effort by the Parliament, and aims to collect first-hand experiences from artists, cultural and creative professionals, as well as cultural organisations regarding working conditions in the sector. ⏰Deadline: 09 February 2024 🔗https://lnkd.in/eBJ4GGBe 📸Mostafa Meraji

💡 One of the key highlights in our recent 'New Waves' research report, is the large untapped audience for Asian art in Aotearoa. 📈 New analysis shows there is significant unmet demand for Asian arts and cultural experiences across Aotearoa that been growing over the past decade. 📺 Young New Zealanders are leading the way with people under 30 consuming across different cultural contexts and art forms with ease. 📊 Dig deeper into the data in the full report - available on our website: https://lnkd.in/gpxzBqi4

On May 24, the Forum on Building up China’s Cultural Strength 2024 continued at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. During the Sub-Forum on Cultural Strength and Development Opportunities of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), Louis Kwok Lit Yu, Former President of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, compared culture to a pot of soup. He explained that Lingnan culture and "Bay Area culture" are like a soup with various ingredients. By properly utilizing these elements with the right temperature, mixing, fermentation, and accumulation, Bay Area culture can quickly develop into a rich and vibrant broth. Read:https://lnkd.in/gKqc75GE

How did Chinese Culture Impact Vietnam? Let's find out: https://bit.ly/3yFGkvh In this article, we delve into the profound influence that Chinese culture has had on Vietnam throughout history. From the adoption of Chinese characters and Confucianism to the culinary exchanges and architectural styles, we explore the rich tapestry of cultural interplay between these neighboring nations.

Watch the Asia Society Hong Kong Center discussion “Voices from the #GlobalSouth” - featuring #AsiaGlobalFellows of The University of Hong Kong - The first panel, which I moderated, focused on how #Egypt (Mohamed Ibrahim Hafez), #Georgia (Nona Mamulashvili), #India (Prasoon Sharma), and #Fiji (Ana Tuiketei) are navigating the tricky #geopolitics of a fragmenting world roiled by the #ChinaUS competition - Key message: The challenge for national leaders is to exercise #agency so that they don’t have to choose between one side or the other but can #choosethemselves.

CSEP Distinguished Fellow Shivshankar Menon explores the fluidity of borders and boundaries in South Asia. This paper suggests avenues for reconciling border clarity with open, integrated frontiers for a more harmonious regional future. Read the paper. https://lnkd.in/ebtRXWVS

Josselyn Chau, Assistant Researcher, 團結香港基金 Our Hong Kong Foundation, wrote a commentary on 香港01 regarding revitalization of the Ex-Sham Shui Po Service Reservoir (the Reservoir) and protection of its unique cultural icon.   Given the Development Bureau is reviewing the conservation and revitalization of the Reservoir, Josselyn recommended considering transformation of the Reservoir into an exhibition and performance venue. Since heritage is popular among the citizens, if arts elements can be included by the government for establishment of a site-specific theater, the heritage will be extra enthralling to visitors.   Josselyn suggested the government to expand consultation with the arts sector for exploring how to retain the original appearance of the Reservoir while revitalizing it into a site which integrates culture, art, and history. Furthermore, its one-of-a-kind cultural feature are worthy of conservation, owing to a close connection between human and the environment is embodied. In addition to a one-time mega event, forming a deeper cultural ambience is one of the main factors that attracts tourists.   Read the Article: https://bit.ly/4aXbImk