On 8th December, 2024, Ireland China Education College (ICEC) warmly welcomed a delegation from Hebei University, China. The delegation, led by the President of Hebei University, included the Director of the International Office, the Deputy Director of Academic Affairs, and the Deans of the School of Management and the School of Creative Media.
ICEC teachers, students, and parents held a warm welcome ceremony for the delegation. In a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, both parties engaged in extensive discussions and exchanged in-depth views on several topics, including local Chinese language education, teacher training, curriculum development, teaching and research, and short-term training programmes for primary and secondary school students.
A formal cooperation agreement was signed during the visit, marking a new milestone in collaboration between Hebei University and ICEC. The two institutions will work hand in hand to promote educational and cultural exchanges between Ireland and China, enhance Chinese language education in Ireland, and provide Irish youth with more educational opportunities.