BEIJING, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development was held in Fuzhou, capital city of southeast China's Fujian Province on December 1-3, with overseas Chinese of Fujian origin from 39 countries and regions gathering by the Minjiang River.
As a famous hometown of many overseas Chinese, Changle District in Fuzhou has over 700,000 overseas compatriots. There is one simple bowl of noodles called Changle gangmian noodles that links folk customs of the Dragon Boat Festival, the warmth of a mother and the homesickness of a wanderer.
These thick and springy handmade noodles are not only a name card of local flavor but also a cultural code carrying the shared memory of Changle people, making them a unique bond between Changle and its wanderers across the world.
According to the folk customs of Changle, gangmian and zongzi (glutinous rice dumpling) are both essential food for the Dragon Boat Festival. The locals say that zongzi is shaped like "dragon horns", and gangmian noodles are symbolized as "dragon whiskers". Eating both during the festival implies "the dragon in the heart", expressing people's good wishes of warding off evils and disasters, and seeking good health.
The traditional way of making gangmian noodles is a skill that is full of strength and craftsmanship. From kneading, rolling out and cutting the flour, every step tests the experience and patience of the chef. The hand-rolled noodles are chewy, smooth and do not become mushy even after long cooking, representing the Changle people's persistent and fighting spirits.
Soup base is the soul of a bowl of authentic Changle gangmian noodles. The soup is made with pork ribs and pork large intestines to enhance the aroma, and boiled with crab, dried shrimp, dried fish, clams and other seafood. The mixture of the ingredients makes the soup base fresh, rich, and multi-layered, combing flavors both from mountains and sea. This implies Changle people's characteristics of open-minded, inclusive and dare to venture and strive.
Today, although gangmian noodles are innovating while inheriting, giving rise to various ways of enjoying, the traditional craftsmanship and emotional value at the core have remained unchanged. For the people of Changle who have gone abroad to make a living, gangmian has long transcended food itself and become a synonym for homesickness.
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Xinhua Silk Road: A bowl of Changle gangmian noodles comforts homesickness thousands of miles away
ABU DHABI, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Abu Dhabi economic delegation, led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), concluded a successful visit to India and Singapore, signing agreements and exploring opportunities to strengthen partnerships in various sectors.
His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said: "Our visit to Singapore and India comes as we continue to strengthen ties with top trade partners and economic powerhouses around the globe, and lead conversations addressing trends and transformations to ensure a brighter future for our people. Impactful partnerships are key pillars of our 'Falcon Economy', which is accelerating Abu Dhabi's transition to smart, diversified, and sustainable economy, generating ample opportunities for talent, investors, and businesses.
Through progressive policies, a business-enabling ecosystem, world-class infrastructure and connectivity, and forward-looking regulations, Abu Dhabi has become a place where ambition meets opportunity. Attracted by the unique attributes of the emirate, talent, businesses, and investments in Abu Dhabi are growing in leaps and bounds".
H.E. Al Zaabi added: "In 2024, Singapore's investments in Abu Dhabi rose by 25%, with focus on manufacturing, education, construction, and professional, scientific, and technical activities, while Indian' companies operating in the emirate saw a 31% rise during the same period. Our economic ties with the two fast-growing economies are steadily increasing, and the discussions during the two visits focused on deepening partnerships in strategic economic sectors and clusters including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, AI, fintech, financial services, sustainable energy, logistics, and advanced industries".
The Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) in Mumbai provided a platform for Indian businesses and investors to explore opportunities in Abu Dhabi through direct engagements with key decision-makers in the emirate.
Addressing ADIF in Mumbai, H.E. Dr. Abdulnasser Alshaali, UAE Ambassador to India, said: "Today, the UAE and India partnership is entering one of its most dynamic chapters, where decades of trust and trade are converging with the technologies and opportunities of tomorrow. Abu Dhabi has established itself as a destination for the world's ambitious founders and enterprises to innovate, grow, and expand globally.
Through landmark initiatives such as the 'UAE-India Start-up Series', launched in June 2025, we are connecting India's extraordinary pool of talent with the UAE's strategic capital, global reach, and ecosystem that enables all to reach their full potential. UAE and India share appetite for opportunity and determination to shape the future. Together, we are creating a corridor where ideas, innovation, and investment can flow freely, and both our nations rise stronger."
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Abu Dhabi signs agreements and explores opportunities to strengthen partnerships with India and Singapore
