(Bandar Seri Begawan, 31st) On the morning of July 25, a delegation of officers and sailors from the Chinese Navy's "Qi Jiguang" Training Ship visited Chung Hwa Middle School in Brunei for a friendly visit and exchange event. The delegation, consisting of 36 naval cadets, was warmly received by Chairman of the Board of Directors Yang Dezhen, along with board members and senior school administrators.
The delegation first took a group photo in front of the Zhongxiao Building, followed by a discussion meeting in the Zhaoying Room. The atmosphere at the venue was warm and harmonious. During the meeting, hosts and guests watched the school’s promotional video on its history as well as a short documentary highlighting the fruitful results of exchanges with China.
Other participants from Chung Hwa Middle School included Board General Affairs Officer Liao Tianshun, Deputy Supervisor Lin Changyi, Deputy Auditor Lin Weifa, Principal Advisor Xu Yuelan, Acting Principal Du Xiuying, Vice Principal Zheng Xiuying, and Assistant Principal Chen Meidian, among others.
The event began with a welcoming speech by Chairman Yang Dezhen on behalf of all the school’s teachers and students. He pointed out that, as a flagbearer of Chinese education in Brunei, Chung Hwa Middle School has always been committed to inheriting Chinese culture and fostering the friendship between China and Brunei. The arrival of the "Qi Jiguang" ship at Muara Port vividly painted a beautiful picture of the two countries' "maritime friendship"—from the merchant ships that traveled along the ancient Maritime Silk Road to today’s modern naval vessels conducting friendly visits, the bond between China and Brunei has spanned a millennium and remains ever fresh.
Chairman Yang especially mentioned that students at Chung Hwa have heard the story of "Zheng He’s Voyages to the West" since childhood, and the Qi Jiguang ship’s visit this time allowed the "friendship" in their textbooks to materialize into a real-life "encounter." He expressed his hope that, taking this exchange as an opportunity, more Bruneian youth will gain deeper understanding of the Chinese Navy’s sense of mission and responsibility, experience the profound charm of Chinese culture, and help friendship between the peoples of both nations take root and flourish in the fertile soil of education and culture.
In closing, Chairman Yang sincerely wished that this "Qi Jiguang" visit would build an even stronger bridge of friendship and enjoy smooth sailing on its journey ahead.
During the exchange, the delegation remarked that Brunei is a land of scenic beauty and simple, friendly people, and that the countries have enjoyed long-lasting, profound friendship for generations. Over the years, Chung Hwa Middle School has taken root in Brunei, holding fast to its original aspiration of Chinese language education and inheriting fine Chinese cultural traditions. Under the leadership of the school board and administration, generations of teachers have devoted themselves to education and quietly persevered, cultivating Chinese language teaching in a foreign land—not only ensuring that children of Chinese descent remember their mother tongue and heritage, but also enabling local youth to appreciate the unique charm of Chinese culture, thus building a valuable bridge for cultural exchange and mutual understanding between China and Brunei.
The delegation emphasized that Chinese education is the spiritual bond for overseas Chinese and a vital window for the spread of Chinese culture overseas. They were delighted to see the rich academic environment at Chung Hwa Middle School, with diligent teachers and energetic, inquisitive students. Beyond imparting knowledge and nurturing talents, the school has always held steadfast to cultural inheritance and maintaining the bond to their hometown, and this perseverance and sense of responsibility is truly admirable.
This event was not only a friendly cultural exchange, but also built a bridge of communication for the youth of China and Brunei, drawing them closer together.
It is reported that the "Qi Jiguang" Training Ship is China's new-generation ocean-going training vessel, tasked with cultivating naval talent and conducting international military cooperation. This visit and exchange in Brunei will surely inject fresh vitality into deepening traditional China-Brunei friendship and promoting mutual cultural understanding.
The delegation first took a group photo in front of the Zhongxiao Building, followed by a discussion meeting in the Zhaoying Room. The atmosphere at the venue was warm and harmonious. During the meeting, hosts and guests watched the school’s promotional video on its history as well as a short documentary highlighting the fruitful results of exchanges with China.
Other participants from Chung Hwa Middle School included Board General Affairs Officer Liao Tianshun, Deputy Supervisor Lin Changyi, Deputy Auditor Lin Weifa, Principal Advisor Xu Yuelan, Acting Principal Du Xiuying, Vice Principal Zheng Xiuying, and Assistant Principal Chen Meidian, among others.
Chairman Yang especially mentioned that students at Chung Hwa have heard the story of "Zheng He’s Voyages to the West" since childhood, and the Qi Jiguang ship’s visit this time allowed the "friendship" in their textbooks to materialize into a real-life "encounter." He expressed his hope that, taking this exchange as an opportunity, more Bruneian youth will gain deeper understanding of the Chinese Navy’s sense of mission and responsibility, experience the profound charm of Chinese culture, and help friendship between the peoples of both nations take root and flourish in the fertile soil of education and culture.
In closing, Chairman Yang sincerely wished that this "Qi Jiguang" visit would build an even stronger bridge of friendship and enjoy smooth sailing on its journey ahead.
During the exchange, the delegation remarked that Brunei is a land of scenic beauty and simple, friendly people, and that the countries have enjoyed long-lasting, profound friendship for generations. Over the years, Chung Hwa Middle School has taken root in Brunei, holding fast to its original aspiration of Chinese language education and inheriting fine Chinese cultural traditions. Under the leadership of the school board and administration, generations of teachers have devoted themselves to education and quietly persevered, cultivating Chinese language teaching in a foreign land—not only ensuring that children of Chinese descent remember their mother tongue and heritage, but also enabling local youth to appreciate the unique charm of Chinese culture, thus building a valuable bridge for cultural exchange and mutual understanding between China and Brunei.
The delegation emphasized that Chinese education is the spiritual bond for overseas Chinese and a vital window for the spread of Chinese culture overseas. They were delighted to see the rich academic environment at Chung Hwa Middle School, with diligent teachers and energetic, inquisitive students. Beyond imparting knowledge and nurturing talents, the school has always held steadfast to cultural inheritance and maintaining the bond to their hometown, and this perseverance and sense of responsibility is truly admirable.
This event was not only a friendly cultural exchange, but also built a bridge of communication for the youth of China and Brunei, drawing them closer together.
It is reported that the "Qi Jiguang" Training Ship is China's new-generation ocean-going training vessel, tasked with cultivating naval talent and conducting international military cooperation. This visit and exchange in Brunei will surely inject fresh vitality into deepening traditional China-Brunei friendship and promoting mutual cultural understanding.