“CGTN: Tea, tunes and ties: China-Germany cultural exchanges flourish”

Key points

• Peng Liyuan hosted a tea reception with Elke Budenbender in Beijing during a state visit.
• Article highlights extensive cooperation in education and culture between China and Germany.
• Leibniz Confucius Institute in Hanover runs language programs and camps attracting German students.
• Festivals like Berlin’s Red Town Hall gala and Frankfurt’s Spring Festival showcase cultural exchange.
• Visa-free travel for German citizens to China extended through 2026 aids two-way travel.