Global Launch of Chinese-Poker Held at Eiffel Tower Conference Hall in Paris
On the evening of December 4, the World Chinese-Poker Federation (WCF) held the grand global launch of Chinese-Poker in the Eiffel Tower Conference Hall in Paris. This event marked the official debut of Chinese-Poker as an innovative competitive project, highlighting its unique cultural and artistic value while injecting fresh momentum into Sino-French cultural exchanges.
The launch event not only introduced the international competition rules for Chinese-Poker, but also announced the commencement of the "Continuation of the Belt and Road Global Tour" and preparations for the 2028 Chinese-Poker Peace Cup World Championship. Additionally, Chinese-Poker’s innovative design concept earned the 2024 Olympic Arts China Design Award, garnering widespread recognition and acclaim for Chinese culture on the international stage.
Unveiling the Rules of Chinese-Poker: A New Arena for Strategy and Intelligence
At the launch event, Micheal Ho, Secretary-General of the World Chinese-Poker Federation (WCF), officially announced the release of two key rules for Chinese-Poker: the WCF International Standards of Chinese-Poker Art and the Laws of Duplicate Chinese-Poker International Competition Rules. These rules, centered around four-player team matches and six-player triad duels, revolutionize the competitive format of traditional card games, laying a standardized foundation for the global promotion of Chinese-Poker.
Micheal Ho stated: "Chinese-Poker is not only a contest of strategy and intelligence but also a bridge connecting diverse cultures around the world. Through this game, we hope to create a new platform where people from different nations can enhance mutual understanding through interaction."
Chinese-Poker Art Design Wins International Award: A Perfect Fusion of Culture and Art
At the launch event, the design of Chinese-Poker also took center stage. Its creator, Qiu Xinjian, President of the China Social Art Association, won the 2024 Olympic Arts China Design Award for his outstanding creativity and exquisite craftsmanship in Chinese-Poker art.
Chinese-Poker art uses playing cards as its medium, skillfully blending Chinese culture with global artistic elements. From patterns reflecting China's 24 solar terms to diverse designs incorporating Greek mythology and African tribal totems, each card embodies a perfect fusion of traditional culture and modern art. Mark, Chairman of the World Olymp'Arts Council, remarked: "Chinese-Poker art demonstrates an innovative vision that transcends cultures and regions, representing a profound integration of modern art and Chinese wisdom."
During the award ceremony, Qiu Xinjian delivered his acceptance speech: "Chinese-Poker art is a means of communication that transcends borders and cultures, serving as a bridge that connects different nations and ideas through art. My design aims to convey the profound essence of Chinese culture within the confines of a card, while inspiring the world’s passion for artistic and cultural exchange."
"Continuation of the Belt and Road Global Tour": A New Journey of Cultural Exchange
At the event, Micheal Ho also announced that the "Continuation of the Belt and Road Global Tour" will officially commence in 2025. This initiative will connect expatriates and cultural enthusiasts in countries and regions along the Belt and Road through Chinese-Poker tournaments and roadshows, offering a new interactive platform for global cultural exchange.
Micheal Ho stated: "Each tournament is not just a contest of intelligence but also a cultural feast. Through Chinese-Poker, we build a bridge of communication for expatriates, bringing Chinese culture to the world through these competitions."
Peace Cup World Championship: A Future-Oriented Global Intellectual Event
As a key strategic plan for the future development of Chinese-Poker, Micheal Ho officially announced the preparations for the 2028 Chinese-Poker Peace Cup World Championship. Modeled after the FIFA World Cup, this event will select participants through global Chinese-Poker tournaments, creating a premier stage for intellectual competition.
"If football is a contest of physical skill, then Chinese-Poker represents the pinnacle of strategy and intelligence," Micheal Ho stated. He added that this event will not only establish Chinese-Poker as a flagship global intellectual competition but also serve as a vital bridge for international cultural exchange.
The Multifaceted Value of Chinese-Poker: Culture, Competition, and Social Impact
Chinese-Poker demonstrates its profound value across multiple domains:
- Cultural and Artistic Appeal: Through its designs, Chinese-Poker showcases the integration of traditional Chinese culture with global multicultural elements, becoming a new medium for cultural dissemination.
- Competitive Charm: The introduction of new rules has transformed Chinese-Poker from a recreational activity into a platform for intellectual competition, attracting participants of diverse cultural backgrounds and age groups.
- Social Impact: For the elderly, Chinese-Poker promotes physical and mental well-being; for the youth, it enhances logical thinking and strategic abilities, offering both entertainment and developmental benefits to people of all ages.
The successful hosting of this launch event marks a new breakthrough for Chinese-Poker, transitioning from cultural art to international competition. It also highlights its global potential as a "Card of Culture, Friendship, and Wisdom."
In the future, Chinese-Poker will ignite a new wave of cultural enthusiasm through the "Continuation of the Belt and Road Global Tour" and bring the wisdom and inclusiveness of Chinese culture to the global stage through the Peace Cup World Championship.
Chinese-Poker: The Choice of the Wise, the Bridge of Friendship. This game, imbued with Eastern wisdom and a global vision, is creating a new chapter in international cultural exchange with its unique charm.