Confucius Institute Hosts Northeastern Region’s Top 10 Chinese Singers Contest
On January 30, 2025, the Confucius Institute, MSU, hosted the 12th Top 10 Chinese Singers Contest in Northeastern Thailand. The event was opened by Asst. Prof. Pondej Chaowarat, Vice President for Public Relations and International Affairs, and included a welcome speech by VDC Col.(Volunteer Defense Corps Colonel) Sanee Mano, Deputy Governor of Maha Sarakham Province, at the Confucius Institute Cultural Hall.
This annual competition, co-organized by MSU and the Confucius Institute, promotes Chinese language learning through music. The final round of the competition featured 20 teams selected from over 150 entries across the region aiming to boost confidence, pronunciation accuracy, and emotional expression among Chinese language learners.
As Chinese language education becomes increasingly essential across various professions, the demand for proficient speakers continues to rise. Currently, MSU hosts over 1,000 Chinese students pursuing degrees across multiple levels, further solidifying the university’s role in enhancing academic and cultural ties between Thailand and China.
Editor: Jack Neill, Office of International Affairs
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