UNESCO and FAO join forces to celebrate the Chinese New Year 2026. From Paris to Rome, Chinese culture unites nations in cooperation, energy, and hope for a more harmonious future.
The world celebrates Chinese New Year 2026, UNESCO and FAO unite in the Year of the Horse: traditions
The Lunar New Year 2026, dedicated to the’Year of the Horse, has been celebrated around the world with an enthusiasm that confirms the growing importance of Chinese culture on the international stage. Two leading institutions, the’UNESCO and the FAO, paid homage to the anniversary with events that combined art, gastronomy and solidarity. Paris, the Permanent Delegation of China to UNESCO organized an evocative ceremony at the organization's headquarters. The protagonists of the day were the Spring Festival traditions, the beating heart of the Chinese New Year. Participants were able to taste typical dishes from different regions of China, attend to cultural performances and craft demonstrations, and discover the richness of the intangible cultural heritage of the country, recognized by UNESCO for its universal value.
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The official screening of the 2026 Spring Gala
One of the most appreciated moments was the Screening of the official promo for the 2026 Spring Gala of the China Media Group, an iconic television event watched annually by billions of viewers. The initiative aimed to highlight the power of culture as a tool for dialogue and cooperation between peoples.
Meanwhile, also Rome took part in the celebrations: the FAO headquarters it lit up for the second consecutive year with the characteristic “China Red”, a color symbolizing luck and prosperity. The General Manager Qu Dongyu he recalled that the Spirit of the Horse, linked to energy and determination, will lead the organization in pursuing its global goals of sustainable development and food security.
All these celebrations together demonstrate how the Chinese New Year is not only a traditional celebration, but also a powerful message of unity, respect and international cooperation. In 2026, the Year of the Horse thus becomes the perfect symbol to remind the world that the speed of progress must always run alongside the values of culture and solidarity.