On June 22nd, the 2017 China International Taiji·Yoga Conference hosted by China India Friendship Association was held in Langfang, Hebei Province. Madame Lin Yi, Vice President of Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, Madame Thekkat，Counselor of the Indian Embassy attended its closing ceremony.
Vice President Lin Yi said on the closing ceremony that the essence of Taiji and Yoga is similar, so she hoped Taiji and Yoga could act as the modern bridge for Chinese and Indian cultural exchanges and facilitate the mutual understanding and friendship between our two peoples. Also, she appealed to the audience to actively practice Taiji and Yoga so as to know the two culture better and promote China India friendship.
Counselor Thekkat said in her speech that there’s a lot in common between Taiji and Yoga. These two sports could be the bond to connect the people of our countries, thus further enhancing China India cultural exchanges.
On the closing ceremony, the champion of 2017 Yoga Anasa Competition, renowned Taiji masters and Yoga delegation from Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga offered wonderful performances.
