The 2025 World Chinese Language Conference, while centered on global Chinese language education, also created room for meaningful bilateral engagements. Among the invited guests was Givi Mikanadze, Minister of Education, Science, and Youth of Georgia, who attended the event in Beijing at the invitation of China’s Minister of Education, Huai Jinpeng.
During the conference, Mikanadze held discussions with senior Chinese officials, including Vice Minister Ren Youqun. Although the full details of the meeting have not been formally released, the exchange focused on reviewing existing cooperation frameworks and preparing updated agreements that reflect Georgia’s current education priorities. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening teacher preparation and expanding the use of digital and AI supported learning tools in Georgian schools and universities.
Mikanadze noted the growing number of Georgian students choosing Chinese as part of their studies and described this trend as a positive direction for academic and cultural engagement with China. The meeting also included conversations about university partnerships and vocational programs that combine Chinese language study with professional training in tourism, hospitality and technology.
While visiting the conference exhibition, the minister viewed demonstrations of adaptive learning platforms, smart classroom technology and pronunciation tools supported by artificial intelligence. He showed close interest in resources that could help Georgian students who plan to join exchange programs or pursue joint study pathways.
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The interaction in Beijing reflected a shared willingness to strengthen cooperation and continue discussions in the coming months. Georgia’s broader education strategy includes modernizing its teaching practices, developing stronger international links and giving students access to new academic opportunities. The meeting offered a clear example of how global conferences can support this work by bringing partners together in an environment that encourages dialogue and collaboration.
