Iceland's Ambassador to China, Thorir Ibsen, just added a Nordic twist to Lunar New Year festivities! In a heartfelt message shared with CGTN, he celebrated the cultural bonds between Iceland and China, calling the holiday 'a time for unity and shared joy.'
'Cultural exchange is like the Northern Lights – it connects people across distances,' Ibsen remarked, blending poetic diplomacy with a nod to Iceland's iconic skies. His greeting highlights growing global appreciation for Chinese traditions, from red envelopes to reunion dinners.
With Beijing-Reykjavik cooperation expanding in green energy and Arctic research, this festive gesture reminds us that diplomacy isn't just about policies – sometimes it's about dumplings and dragon dances too.
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Chinese New Year greetings from Iceland's ambassador to China
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