Astana International University hosted a cultural and
educational event entitled “Under the Same Moon” in celebration of Chinese
culture. Dedicated to the Mid-Autumn Festival, the event brought together
students from Kazakhstan and China in a shared cultural space.
For the Chinese people, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a
special occasion symbolizing family unity, mutual respect, and spiritual
closeness. The full moon represents harmony and wholeness. During the event,
students learned about the origins of the festival and its main traditions.
A theatrical performance entitled “The Legend of
Chang’e” transported the audience into the world of ancient Chinese mythology.
The performance revealed the festival’s historical and spiritual significance
and became a memorable part of the program.
One of the highlights of the event was a series of
video greetings from fourth-year students studying at the University of
International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing, as well as
representatives of the partner university. Their warm messages conveyed via
video became a symbol of mutual respect between the young people of Kazakhstan
and China.
“Under the Same Moon” was more than a festive
program—it was a meaningful initiative aimed at strengthening friendship
between the two countries. May the unity of the youth of Kazakhstan and China
continue to flourish under one sky and one moon.