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MM Lee launches Global Chinese Dictionary in Beijing
By Tung Soo Hua | Posted: 17 May 2010 2358 hrs
Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew (L) meets Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang.
MM Lee launches Global Chinese Dictionary in Beijing
BEIJING: A Global Chinese Dictionary that compiles terms and vocabulary used in different Chinese speaking regions was launched on Monday. The project was spearheaded by a Singaporean.
Officiating at the launch in Beijing, Singapore Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew said he hopes the dictionary will aid the global convergence of the Chinese language.
This was Mr Lee's first meeting with the former chairman of China's consultative assembly, Li Ruihuan, since 2001. Both leaders were consultants on the Global Chinese Dictionary.
Mr Lee said: "Vocabulary is crucial during conversation. The Global Chinese Dictionary will enhance exchanges between different Chinese speaking regions."
The idea of compiling a global Chinese dictionary was mooted in 1999 by Singapore Chinese Language professor Chew Cheng Hai.
The aim is to enhance communication among various Chinese speaking communities in view of globalisation.
Noting that the Chinese language used in Singapore is one of the closest to international standards, Professor Chew attributed this to its pragmatic language policy.
Professor Chew Cheng Hai, academic consultant of Global Chinese Dictionary, said: "The younger generation of Singaporeans need to learn two languages. If we waste time on creating unnecessary vocabulary, we are not doing justice to them."
The project was funded and supported by China's Ministry of Education.
Universities and academic groups in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore also took part in the project.
The Singapore government places much emphasis on the study of the mother tongue languages, including Chinese. Language experts hope the successful implementation of the project will enhance Singapore's status as a hub of Chinese language studies outside mainland China.
After the launch, Mr Lee met Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang, who acknowledged that the minister mentor is the keystone in Sino-Singapore relations.
- CNA/al
By Tung Soo Hua | Posted: 17 May 2010 2358 hrs
Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew (L) meets Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang.
MM Lee launches Global Chinese Dictionary in Beijing
BEIJING: A Global Chinese Dictionary that compiles terms and vocabulary used in different Chinese speaking regions was launched on Monday. The project was spearheaded by a Singaporean.
Officiating at the launch in Beijing, Singapore Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew said he hopes the dictionary will aid the global convergence of the Chinese language.
This was Mr Lee's first meeting with the former chairman of China's consultative assembly, Li Ruihuan, since 2001. Both leaders were consultants on the Global Chinese Dictionary.
Mr Lee said: "Vocabulary is crucial during conversation. The Global Chinese Dictionary will enhance exchanges between different Chinese speaking regions."
The idea of compiling a global Chinese dictionary was mooted in 1999 by Singapore Chinese Language professor Chew Cheng Hai.
The aim is to enhance communication among various Chinese speaking communities in view of globalisation.
Noting that the Chinese language used in Singapore is one of the closest to international standards, Professor Chew attributed this to its pragmatic language policy.
Professor Chew Cheng Hai, academic consultant of Global Chinese Dictionary, said: "The younger generation of Singaporeans need to learn two languages. If we waste time on creating unnecessary vocabulary, we are not doing justice to them."
The project was funded and supported by China's Ministry of Education.
Universities and academic groups in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore also took part in the project.
The Singapore government places much emphasis on the study of the mother tongue languages, including Chinese. Language experts hope the successful implementation of the project will enhance Singapore's status as a hub of Chinese language studies outside mainland China.
After the launch, Mr Lee met Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang, who acknowledged that the minister mentor is the keystone in Sino-Singapore relations.
- CNA/al
