China Overseas Chinese Network, May 30. According to a report by the American "Chicago Chinese Forum", on May 28, local time, representatives of nearly 100 overseas Chinese associations in the greater Chicago area of ​​the United States gathered in Chinatown Square to sing and dance to celebrate the Asian Cultural Heritage Month. .

Zhao Jian, the Chinese consul general in Chicago, said that the Chinese are facing many challenges today. He hopes that the Chinese community will make more contributions to promoting local economic and social development and promoting friendly exchanges and cooperation between China and the United States. He hopes that Asians, including Chinese, will achieve more success.

　　Zhao Jian said at the conference that for more than 200 years, Asians, especially Chinese, have made important contributions to the development of the United States and a multicultural society.

The achievements and contributions of Chinese Americans are increasingly recognized and affirmed by the local multicultural community.

Asian Americans have every reason to be proud of their dedication, hard work, and contributions over the past 200 years.

　　He said that Illinois passed the bill on teaching Asian American history, and public schools will teach the contribution of Asian Americans to American society, which is a very important milestone for the local Asian American community.

The Chinese face many challenges. The Chinese Consulate General in Chicago will continue to work with the Asian community to oppose discrimination and hatred against Chinese and Asians.

I believe that with the joint efforts of everyone, the Asian community will usher in a brighter future.

　　The Asian American Month Celebration, hosted by the Greater Chicago Chinese Association and the US-China Restaurant Association, attracted more dignitaries than previous years.

Chicago Deputy Mayor O'Malley, Congressman Davis and others were invited to attend and speak.

　　In their speeches, they congratulated the conference one after another.

Cook County Commissioner Die said that they are 100% supportive of Chinese Americans and 100% supportive of Asian Americans, and any racial hatred will have no place here.

His sonorous voice and remarks received warm applause from the audience.

　　At this celebration, the performances ranged from Chinese Kung Fu to classical dance, from face-changing performances to guzheng solos, and the performers ranged from children to 60-year-old seniors. More than 30 programs with different styles and colors were warmly welcomed by the audience.

In addition to local amateur literary and art groups, the participation of many overseas Chinese groups is particularly noticeable.

The local associations including Guanghai and Chonglou all dressed up to perform their own programs, showing that the Chinese are united and confident in the future.

　　The celebration on the day emphasized the theme of "revitalizing Chinatown and improving public security", hoping to continue to promote the "I Love Chinatown" activity through various cultural and artistic forms.

At the celebration, the Chicago Elections Office, the 9th District Police Department and many social service organizations and businesses set up booths to display relevant promotional materials and objects.

Because of the activities, the business of Chinatown is more lively and prosperous than before.

(David Zhang)