A special Chinese music concert featuring the yangqin, a hammered dulcimer, was held in Gifu, Japan on Feb 23, with Jining and Taku, Japan also participating.
Business representatives, overseas Chinese leaders, and overseas Chinese compatriots from over 20 countries and regions gathered in Linyin Shandong province on Feb 27.
In rural Shandong province, three women are challenging stereotypes and inspiring millions with their talents and determination to carve out different paths.