The conference takes place on May 16 at Jilin University. [Photo provided to gojilin.gov.cn]

A conference on the global reach of traditional Chinese culture was held at Jilin University on May 16, gathering over 200 scholars and young researchers from more than 100 universities and research institutions worldwide.

The 2026 Annual Conference of the International Cultural Communication Committee under the Chinese Association for Comparative Study of Languages and Cultures focused on the theme "Value Resonance in the Digital Intelligence Era: Global Communication and Innovative Expression of Traditional Chinese Culture".

Ding Shihai, deputy Party secretary of Jilin University, speaks at the conference. [Photo provided to gojilin.gov.cn]

Hosted by Pan Haiying, dean of the School of Foreign Languages and Literature at Jilin University, the opening ceremony featured an address by Ding Shihai, deputy Party secretary of Jilin University. "Promoting traditional Chinese culture globally is a key mission for universities in the digital age," he said. He added that Jilin University will continue to advance international communication research, cultivate interdisciplinary talent, and explore innovative pathways for Chinese culture to go global.

Wu Di, president of the association, stressed that true mutual learning between civilizations starts with a genuine human connection. "Digital technology is a tool, not the goal," he said. "Only by putting people first and respecting cultural differences can we achieve deep cross-civilization resonance."

Other lecturers at the conference. [Photo provided to gojilin.gov.cn]

The discussions covered 10 major topics, including cultural communication theories, digital strategies, Chinese narrative building, and foreign language talent training. Bringing together participants from China, Russia, South Korea, the United States, and other countries, the event generated several innovative strategies and practical approaches for global cultural outreach.

The shared insights and practical outcomes will help deepen international understanding of and emotional resonance with traditional Chinese culture, while also advancing research into China's global cultural communication.

This year's conference was the second of its kind. The 2027 event will be hosted by Xi'an International Studies University.