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September 29, 2026Maltese sinologist says insights from Confucius' ideas still relevant today
Confucius' ideas on benevolence, social order and society continue to offer insights for today, said Maltese sinologist Salvatore Giuffre at this year's Nishan Forum on World Civilizations and China International Confucius Cultural Festival in Qufu, Shandong province.
September 29, 2026Education for displaced youth highlighted at UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy
"One of the things that Confucius championed most was access to education for all, and that education is the bedrock of functioning and stable societies," said Laura Miucci-Casale, the representative of the Alsama Project.
September 29, 2026Festival brings Confucius' ancient wisdom into modern life
Liu Xubing, deputy director of the Confucius Research Institute, reflected on how the festival has evolved over more than four decades from a local event into a major cultural gathering.
September 29, 2026Pakistan Senate chairman highlights enduring wisdom of Confucius
Yusuf Raza Gilani, chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, shared his reflections on the China–Pakistan friendship, mutual learning, and the enduring wisdom of Confucius.
September 8, 2026US students gain deeper understanding of Confucius in Qufu
More than 100 students from 10 American universities, including Harvard University, Columbia University and the University of Chicago, gathered in Qufu, Shandong province, on Wednesday and Thursday for a themed exchange event.
June 1, 2026Russian influencer falls in love with Nishan Sacred Land
The calm cultural vibe of Nishan, Shandong — the hometown of Confucius — has inspired Russian poet Podareva Anastasiia.
May 16, 2026Shandong exploration: Elliot's dreamlike journey to Confucius' hometown
Can a dream bridge two millennia? Elliot Maldonado, a foreign expert with China Daily Website, recently went on a dreamlike journey to Nishan, Qufu.
June 15, 2026Confucian culture event in Athens deepens Sino-Greek cultural ties
The Athens stop of the International Confucius Cultural Exchange Program is a dynamic showcase that exposed European audiences to the rich cultural heritage of East China's Shandong province.