Group 1 - The "Chinese Bridge" Chinese competition was held in multiple countries including Romania, Bulgaria, Egypt, Latvia, and Malta, showcasing the growing interest in Chinese language and culture among international students [1][2][3] - In Romania, 22 students from five Confucius Institutes participated, with Maria Pintiuta winning the grand prize to attend the finals in China [1] - The competition in Malta featured six students, with Mary Claire Aquilina winning first place [2] Group 2 - The Bulgarian competition had 11 participants, with Veronica Georgieva winning and earning a spot in the global finals [2] - In Egypt, the competition included theme speeches and talent performances, with Nour Ahmed and Habiba Salah winning first prizes in their respective categories [2][3] - The Latvian competition saw 53 participants, with Albina Pusko and others winning in different educational categories, emphasizing the role of the Chinese language in fostering bilateral relations [3]