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SUMMARY:Chinese Bridge Competition 2026 – Dutch Final in Rotterdam (College & Secondary Students)
DESCRIPTION:Chinese Bridge Competition 2026 – Dutch Final in Rotterdam (College & Secondary Students)\n\nSpeak. Inspire. Connect. \n天下一家 — One World\, One Family \n\n各美其美，美人之美，美美与共，天下大同。\n“Appreciate your own beauty\, appreciate the beauty of others\, let all beauty flourish together — then the world becomes one.” — Fei Xiaotong \nLanguage is a bridge that connects different worlds\, and this year\, that bridge brings us to the 25th edition of the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for College Students and the 19th edition of the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students – Dutch Finals 2026! \nWhat is Chinese Bridge?\nChinese Bridge is an international Chinese-speaking competition that promotes cultural and educational exchange. It allows talented students to showcase their language skills\, build confidence on stage\, and connect with a wider global community of learners. For many participants\, it becomes an inspiring step toward future academic and career opportunities. \nHosted by the Confucius Institute Maastricht in collaboration with the Nuffic China Network\, the 2026 Dutch Final takes place on May 30–31 in Rotterdam\, featuring two categories: \n\nCollege Students (25th edition)\nSecondary School Students (19th edition)\n\nMore Than a Competition — A Full Cultural Weekend\nThis year’s edition offers a full weekend of immersion\, creativity\, and connection in one of the Netherlands’ most vibrant and culturally rich cities. Participants will explore Rotterdam’s international character and strong ties to the Chinese community while taking part in an inspiring program. \nReady to challenge yourself? Step out of your comfort zone and join us in Rotterdam for an unforgettable\, fully immersive weekend. \n \n\nAcross the two days\, you will: \n\nJoin several interactive workshops led by native Chinese teachers\nExplore your creativity through engaging cultural activities\nTake part in an exclusive Kungfu workshop\nEnjoy an exploration through Rotterdam’s Chinatown and experience the multicultural energy of Rotterdam\nTake the stage in the talent night\nConnect with peers who share your passion\n\nThe weekend concludes with the final competition day\, open to friends\, family\, and visitors. \n\nWhether you’re aiming for the grand prize\, a fully funded trip to China to represent the Netherlands in the Global Final\, or simply want to deepen your connection with Chinese language and culture\, this event is designed to help you grow\, shine\, and celebrate the theme “One World\, One Family.” \nSpeech Competition – What to Expect\nThe speech competition for both groups takes place on May 31\, 2026. \n\nParticipants prepare: \nA 5‑minute speech \n\nOn the theme “One World\, One Family 天下一家” (College students)\nOn the theme “Fly high with Chinese 追梦中文，不负韶华” (Secondary school students)\n\nWorkshops and coaching throughout the weekend will help you refine your content and delivery. \n\nFriends\, family\, and visitors are warmly welcome to attend the final competition day (ticket information will be available soon). \n \n\nImportant to Know \n\nAccommodation\, meals\, workshops\, and activities are fully covered by the organizers.\nParticipants arrange their own travel to Rotterdam.\nAll participants take part in a talent show related to Chinese culture (music\, painting\, dance\, martial arts\, calligraphy\, poetry\, etc.).\nA short video submission is required for language‑level verification.\n\n\nWho Can Participate?\nCollege Student Group\n \n\nYou are eligible if: \n\nYou study at a university or college in the Netherlands (18–30 years old)\nYou did not grow up in a Chinese‑speaking environment\nMandarin is not your native language\nYour speaking level is around HSK 3 or higher (no certificate required)\nYou were not the 2025 Dutch Final first‑place winner\n\n\nSecondary School Student Group\nReady for an adventure? Speak Chinese on stage\, make new friends\, and enjoy a weekend in Rotterdam full of language\, culture\, and fun. \n \n\nWhat’s in it for you? \n\nInteractive language & culture workshops\nExclusive Kungfu workshop\nTalent show related to Chinese culture: music\, dance\, calligraphy — show your skills!\nExplore Rotterdam’s vibrant city center\nExperience the excitement of competition day 🎤\n\n\n \n\nWho can participate? \n\nYou are 12–18 and studying in the Netherlands\nYou did not grow up in a Chinese‑speaking environment\nMandarin is not your native language\nYour speaking level is around HSK 2–3 or higher (no certificate required)\nYou were not the 2025 first‑prize winner\n\n\n\nWhat to prepare \n\nA 5‑minute speech on “Fly high with Chinese 追梦中文，不负韶华”\nA short video in advance (guidelines will be provided)\n\n\n🏆 First Prize\nA fully funded trip to China for the Global Final. \n  \n \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: 30–31 May 2026\n📍 Location: Rotterdam \n\nQuestions?\n📧 Contact us at info@confuciusmaastricht.nl or read the FAQ below. \nRegistration\nReady to join? Register before 15 April 2026 via the form below. \nRegistration for this event is closed.\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWho can participate in the Chinese Bridge weekend?\nThis event is open to students in the Netherlands who meet the participation criteria: \n\nCollege students who are learning Chinese\nSecondary school students who are learning Chinese\n\n  \nPlease refer to the event details above for the full eligibility list. \n\n\nHow do I register for the event?\nYou can register by completing the online registration form. Registration closes on\nApril 15\, 2026 (16:00). \n\n\nWhere will the event take place?\nThe full program will take place in Rotterdam. Exact locations will be\nshared with all registered participants closer to the event date. \n\n\nIs participation free?\nYes\, participation in the Chinese Bridge competition and weekend program is\nfree of charge. \n\n\nWhat activities are included in the weekend?\nThe 2026 edition includes a rich program with: \n\nChinese Language workshops\nChinese culture workshops\nAn exclusive Kungfu workshop\nUrban exploration in Rotterdam’s Chinatown\nThe Chinese Bridge competition day\n\n\n\nCan friends and family attend the competition?\nYes! On competition day\, friends\, family\, and visitors are warmly\ninvited to join the audience and experience the stories and performances. Ticket information will be available soon. \n\n\nWill photos be taken during the weekend?\nYes\, we will take photos and short videos for marketing and documentation purposes.\nIf you prefer not to appear in photos\, please inform a staff member at the event. \n\nPlease be aware that the event schedule and program may be subject to change. No rights can be derived from the information on this page.
URL:https://www.confuciusmaastricht.nl/en/event/chinese-bridge-competition-2026-dutch-final/
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SUMMARY:Chinese Bridge Competition & Roundtable event\,  31 May 2026 – Programme & Tickets
DESCRIPTION:Roundtable & Dutch Final – Chinese Bridge Speech Contest\n \n\nWelcome to the Roundtable & Dutch Final – Chinese Bridge Speech Contest on 31 May 2026. This event brings together leaders\, educators\, and young talents and their families for an inspiring full‑day program. \nBelow you will find the program\, background information about the event\, and the options to reserve your participation and purchase a ticket. \n\nAbout the Roundtable Event\nIn the morning\, we invite you to join an in‑depth discussion on the future of Chinese language education and how this knowledge can contribute to employability in the Netherlands. The Roundtable dialogue will take place on Sunday 31 May 2026\, from 11:00 to 12:30 at the Wereldmuseum Rotterdam. \nVisiting the museum\nParticipants who wish to explore the Wereldmuseum before the afternoon program are warmly welcome to do so. Museum entrance tickets can be purchased directly via the Wereldmuseum Rotterdam website.\nOur Mission\nThe Confucius Institute Maastricht & Chinese Language Center Rotterdam supports learners in developing Chinese language skills together with cultural understanding for an international context: \n\nunderstanding perspectives across cultures;\ncommunicating clearly\, appropriately and confidently in different situations;\nthinking independently\, critically and together with others;\nswitching between detail and overview.\n\nThrough language and cultural learning\, we prepare learners to navigate complexity and act effectively in a changing world. \nEvents such as this Chinese Bridge competition are part of this mission. They challenge learners to express ideas\, respond to different perspectives\, and communicate with confidence in real-life situations. \n\nCentral Question\nThe core of the Roundtable discussion revolves around the question: \n“If AI can translate languages\, can learning a language like Chinese still help people deal with complexity in work and life? How?” \nTopics of Dialogue\n\nHow can language learning be linked to employability and meaningful societal contribution?\nWhat role can language education play in developing internationally‑oriented\, future‑ready talent?\n\n\nChinese Bridge – Dutch Final\n\nIn the afternoon\, the Dutch Final of the Chinese Bridge Speech Competition will take place\, organised in collaboration with the Education Department of the Chinese Embassy in the Netherlands and the Nuffic China Network. \nThe final includes: \n\n25th Chinese Bridge Competition for University Students\n19th Chinese Bridge Competition for Secondary School Students\n\nUnder the theme “One World\, One Family”\, participants will present their personal stories in Chinese and show how language broadens their perspective and ambition. \nRead more about the Chinese Bridge Competition – Dutch Finals 2026 here \n\nProgram Overview – 31 May 2026\nMorning – Roundtable Dialogue\n\n\n\nTime\nProgram\n\n\n10:30\nDoors open\n\n\n11:00 – 12:30\nRoundtable Dialogue: The future of Chinese language education\, employability & AI\n\n\n\nAfternoon – Chinese Bridge Dutch Final\n\n\n\nTime\nProgram\n\n\n\n\n14:00 – 17:30\nChinese Bridge Final – speeches\, performances & award ceremony\n\n\n17:30 – 19:00\nClosing Drink\n\n\n\nTickets\n \n\n \n\nMorning Ticket – Round Table Event\nTime: 10:30 – 12:30 \n\nExpert roundtable sessions\nCoffee/tea included\nLive translation \n\n\nPrice: €29.95 \n\n\n\nAfternoon Ticket – HYQ Chinese Bridge Dutch Final\nTime: 14:00 – 19:00 \n\nHYQ Chinese Bridge finals\nPerformances & showcases\nNetworking drinks\nLive translation \n\nPrice: €19.95 \n  \n  \n\n \n\nDay Ticket – Full Program Access\nTime: 10:30 – 19:00 \n\nAccess to morning\, afternoon & evening programs\nDrinks\, coffee & afternoon snack included\nNetworking drinks\nLive translation\n\nPrice: €45.00 \n\n\n  \nGet your tickets here
URL:https://www.confuciusmaastricht.nl/en/event/chinese-bridge-competition-2026-round-table-event-programme-tickets/
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