(260508) -- NAIROBI, May 8, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People pose for a photo during a Chinese poetry event held at the Confucius Institute of the University of Nairobi in Nairobi, Kenya, May 7, 2026. The 2026 "Poetry Connects the World" Global Celebration of Classical Chinese Poetry was held on Thursday in the Kenyan capital, bringing together government officials, scholars, artists and students to highlight the role of poetry in promoting cross-cultural dialogue.
Held at the Confucius Institute of the University of Nairobi under the theme "Harmony Between Humanity and Nature," the half-day event featured poetry recitals, choral performances, dance and discussions on the enduring appeal of classical Chinese poetry across generations. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)
