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Bahamas Chinese Friendship Association Annual Kite Flying Event

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas, Yan Jiarong, shared the rich history behind kite flying in China. She explained that while many Bahamians see kites as a childhood pastime, the tradition carries a deeper meaning in Chinese culture.

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December 1, 2025

Denielle Miller

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Kite flying holds deep cultural, historical and social meaning in China, where the tradition dates back more than 2,000 years. This week, the Bahamas China Friendship Association used that cultural symbol to bring joy, connection and cultural education to hundreds of Bahamian children from group homes across New Providence.

Brightly colored kites filled the sky above the Aquinas College sports field as children, volunteers and special guests came together for the annual cultural exchange. For many participants, the sight brought back childhood memories of spring breezes, open fields and afternoons spent flying kites with friends and family.

President of the Bahamas China Friendship Association, Donovan Moxey, says events like this are important in helping the next generation understand the value of global friendships.

“As a very small country, we must form relationships with people all over the world,” Moxey said. “This is an opportunity for us to expose our children to Chinese culture.”

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas, Yan Jiarong, shared the rich history behind kite flying in China. She explained that while many Bahamians see kites as a childhood pastime, the tradition carries a deeper meaning in Chinese culture.

“Kite flights symbolize freedom, happiness and good luck,” she said. “When people fly kites, we look up at the blue sky with our best hopes and dreams. Today I wish for every kite to fly high with great dreams.”

The event also resonated with attendees on a personal level. Member of Parliament for Tall Pines, Dr. Michael Darville, said the initiative reminded him of the first time he flew a kite with his father.

“It brings back excellent memories for me,” Darville said. “He’s gone now, but being here today brought back some of my childhood memories.”

And the joy was infectious. Our News’ own Denielle Miller could not resist joining in as dozens of kites danced through the air.

“My inner child got so excited when I saw all these kites in the sky,” she said. “I had to join in on the fun.”

The Bahamas China Friendship Association says the annual event is part of its ongoing mission to strengthen cultural ties, foster goodwill and create meaningful moments for children across the country.