Core Points - The UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage has moved China's "Hezhe Ethnic Imakan" from the urgent protection list to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, recognizing its successful protection efforts [1][2] - Over the past decade, China has successfully included ten projects in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, showcasing the country's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage [2][3] Group 1 - The "Hezhe Ethnic Imakan" is a long-standing oral tradition of the Hezhe people, conveying their history, heroic stories, and cultural practices through narrative in the Hezhe language [2] - Since its inclusion in the urgent protection list in 2011, various stakeholders, including community members, social organizations, and government bodies, have collaborated to enhance the visibility and intergenerational transmission of this heritage [2] - The successful transition of "Hezhe Ethnic Imakan" to the Representative List reflects the effectiveness of China's systematic approach to intangible cultural heritage protection [3] Group 2 - Other projects that have transitioned to the Representative List include "Spring Festival," "Li Ethnic Traditional Weaving Techniques," "Qiang New Year," and "Traditional Construction Techniques of Chinese Wooden Arch Bridges," all of which have shown significant improvement in their preservation efforts [2][3] - The "Spring Festival" embodies the emotional and cultural values of the Chinese people, promoting family harmony and social cohesion, and is recognized for its role in enhancing cultural identity among Chinese communities worldwide [3] - The inclusion of these heritage projects in the Representative List serves as a valuable reference for other countries in their intangible cultural heritage protection efforts [3]

Group 1 - The event "Tea and the World: Harmony of Music and Culture - 2025 China Intangible Cultural Heritage Overseas Tour" was held at the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulaanbaatar, focusing on the promotion of Chinese intangible cultural heritage [1] - The event highlighted three UNESCO-listed intangible cultural heritage treasures: Guqin art, traditional Chinese tea-making techniques, and traditional incense culture [1] - The Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia emphasized the historical significance of the "Tea Road" that connected China to Russia, facilitating not only trade but also cultural exchange [1] Group 2 - The event featured performances by renowned Guqin player Zhao Jinyang, who played famous pieces and conducted a lecture on Guqin knowledge [6] - Zhao Xinxin, the founder of Huixin Tea, shared insights into Chinese tea culture and demonstrated the Chinese tea ceremony [6] - Incense culture was presented by Master Yang Maosen, who conveyed the wisdom of "purifying the body and mind" through incense blending and tasting rituals [6]