More than 200 materials, between books and audiovisuals, will be available in the public libraries of Bogotá.
- As part of the strengthening of cultural cooperation between Bogotá and the People’s Republic of China, and taking advantage of the context of the International Book Fair – Filbo 2025, the Embassy From the People’s Republic of China in Colombia He formalized an important donation of books to the District Network of Public Libraries of Bogotá (Biblored) of the Ministry of Culture, Recreation and Sports (SCRD), during a protocol act held on May 6 in the Virgilio Barco Public Library.
Within the framework of the significant advance of the Diplomatic and cultural relationship between Bogotá and Chinawhich reaffirms the commitment of both parties with access to diverse content, intercultural dialogue and the strengthening of reading, the District Network of Public Libraries of Bogotá (Bibliored) of the Ministry of Culture, Recreation and Sports, received the donation of 210 books and audiovisual materials by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Colombia, which may be consulted in the Virgilio Barco Public Library.
This donation not only includes classic books but also works that cover fundamental issues to understand the legacy and diversity of Chinese tradition, such as those dedicated to Chinese classical mythology and literature. In addition, Readers will appreciate the popular poetry of Han dynasties, an artistic manifestation that reflects the life, customs and desires of the Chinese people at a crucial moment in its history. In addition, the collection will include studies on calligraphy, an art that goes beyond simple writing and becomes a deeply valued form of aesthetic expression in Chinese culture.
Chinese Embassy Book Donation Ceremony to Bibliored / Photo: Luis Gabriel Morales
“A donation is an act of generosity, conviction, cooperation and brotherhood. Today we celebrate that the China Embassy in Colombia has this gesture with one of the most robust library networks in southern America. This exchange enhances the circulation of cultures and is an opportunity to meet as peoples and societies. Today China’s literary wealth reaches our network with 150 reading and writing spaces throughout the city and we have an audience interested in knowing the entire Chinese culture. When there is an act of approach between Bogotá and China, we only have thanks; That is the first of many other possible collaborations”He said The Secretary of Culture, Recreation and Sports, Santiago Trujillo Escobarduring the donation ceremony.
Other artistic and cultural manifestations such as painting, sculpture, theater and artisanal traditions are also part of this collection of books, offering readers an integral vision of creativity and talent that have flourished in this vast country throughout their history. Thanks to this alliance, Biblored users can enjoy new collections and visions of the world from literaturelegal thought and contemporary Chinese culture.
“210 books and audiovisual materials that cover culture, art, science, technology; As well as books for boys and girls, it will be a new help for the inhabitants of the Colombian capital to know China, their culture, progress and development in various fields, ”Zhu Jingyang, ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Colombia.
Chinese Embassy in Bibliored / Photo: Jorge Roncancio
The act of donation of books by the People’s Republic China had the special participation of Chinese academic he jiahongrecognized for his work in jurisprudence, human rights and black novel; Orlando Patiño Meza, expert in criminology; Esteban Emphapié, Colombian writer of police novels; and Juan Alberto Conde, professor of literary studies and edition at the University of Bogotá Jorge Tadeo Lozano.
About Biblored
Bibroed is the most important public libraries district network in Latin America with 150 reading spaces in Bogotá. Integrates public libraries, the Bogotá Digital Library, mobile and community strategies, promoting democratic access to knowledge. Its innovative approach promotes reading as a tool for social transformation, encourages participation, local memory and critical thinking. Bibroed is a reference in written and oral inclusion and culture.
