Amman – In recognition of his
ten-year tenure as Director of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute
(TAG-CI), and his role in promoting Chinese language education, advancing
Chinese culture, and developing academic and cultural cooperation between the
Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Mamoun Abu
Al-Sebaa, Executive Director of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute, has
received the Commemorative Medal for Confucius Institute Directors Worldwide at
a ceremony held in Beijing to mark World Confucius Institute Day.
The recognition honors Mr. Abu
Al-Sebaa’s decade-long leadership of the Institute and his contributions to
developing its programs and initiatives and strengthening its role in Chinese
language education, cultural exchange, and academic cooperation, thereby
contributing to building stronger bridges of communication and cooperation
between Jordan and China.
The recognition also reflects the
journey of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute and its team, as well as
the Institute’s achievements and prominent presence in education and cultural
exchange through its Chinese language programs, cultural activities,
educational initiatives, and partnerships with academic and educational
institutions in Jordan and China.
On this occasion, Mr. Mamoun Abu
Al-Sebaa expressed his pride in receiving the medal, emphasizing that it
represents recognition of the journey of the Institute and its team, rather
than a personal achievement alone.
He said: “I am honored to receive
the Commemorative Medal for Confucius Institute Directors Worldwide, and I
consider it a recognition of ten years of work at the Talal
Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute, as well as the continuous efforts made by the
Institute’s team in fulfilling its mission and strengthening communication and
mutual understanding between Jordan and China.”
He added: “I dedicate this
recognition to H.E. Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh and to the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global
family, whose support, vision, and belief in the importance of education and
cultural exchange have played a fundamental role in the Institute’s journey and
success. I also consider this medal a recognition of everyone who has
contributed to the Institute’s journey over the past years.”
Mr. Abu Al-Sebaa emphasized that
receiving the medal provides further motivation to continue developing the
programs of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute, expanding cooperation
with Chinese and Jordanian institutions, and creating greater opportunities to
learn the Chinese language and explore Chinese culture, thereby contributing to
building further bridges of communication and cooperation between the two
countries.
He further noted that the Institute
will continue developing its educational and cultural initiatives and programs,
guided by its vision of providing an advanced environment for Chinese language
learning and promoting cultural and academic exchange, in line with the
objectives of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global (TAG.Global) in supporting education
and knowledge and advancing international cooperation.
The awarding of the medal to the Executive
Director of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh–Confucius Institute marks a significant
milestone in the Institute’s journey. It reflects the Institute’s growing role
and presence in Chinese language education and cultural exchange, while
highlighting the importance of Jordanian-Chinese cooperation in supporting
education and building bridges of communication and mutual understanding
between the two peoples.