Bridge - 2026 Chinese New Year Celebration of the Confucius Institute at the University of Sarajevo
Confucius Institute 2026 Spring Festival Event Press Release
Bridge - 2026 Chinese New Year Celebration of the Confucius Institute at the University of Sarajevo
On January 10, 2026, the Confucius Institute at the University of Sarajevo successfully hosted the “Bridge—2026 Chinese New Year Celebration of the Confucius Institute at the University of Sarajevo.” The event aimed to promote cultural exchange and celebrate the upcoming Spring Festival through a series of rich and engaging activities.
The program included an introduction to traditional Chinese Spring Festival culture, artistic performances by teachers and students, the presentation of annual awards to outstanding students, and a Chinese cuisine tasting session, offering guests an immersive experience of Chinese culture.
The celebration was attended by Li Fan, Chinese Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina; Prof. Dr. Tarik Zaimović, Rector of the University of Sarajevo; Prof. Dr. Naris Pojskic, Vice-Rector for Scientific Research; and Miroslav Zivanović, Local Director of the Confucius Institute. Also present were the Prof. Dr. Dušanka Bošković, Minister of Science, Higher Education and Youth of Sarajevo Canton, representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises such as Huawei, members of the local Chinese business community, as well as teachers and students from the Confucius Institute.
