On June 10th, the “Chinese National Unity Day and the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations” event was successfully held at the Whitehorse City town Hall in Victoria. A video address by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to the 2026 International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations was played at the event. Consul General Fang Xinwen attended the event and delivered a speech. Mr Gabriel Ng MP, Federal Member for Menzies，Victorian Members of Parliament including Mr John Mullahy MP，Mr Richard Welch MP, Whitehorse City Councillor Peter Allan, Consul General of Pakistan in Melbourne Mr Wajid Hassan Hashmi and other Consuls General, Mr Venerable Reteng Rinpoche，representatives of local multiculturalism, and representatives of the Chinese community, totaling over 500 people, attended the event.

In his speech, Consul General Fang elaborated on the importance of the global civilization initiative and called for strengthening exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations by jointly celebrating the "International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations." He comprehensively introduced the splendid culture of China's multi-ethnic groups, stating that the "Law of the People's Republic of China on Promoting National Ethnic Unity and Progress" is conducive to promoting the common unity and prosperity of all ethnic groups in China. He expressed his hope that China and Australia would further strengthen people-to-people exchanges and promote the continuous positive development of bilateral relations.

Speakers including Mr Gabriel Ng MP emphasized the importance of strengthening dialogue and exchange among civilizations in the current international situation, praised Chinese culture and the Chinese community, and expressed their willingness to continue supporting the development of local multiculturalism and actively promoting people-to-people exchanges between China and Australia.

The event featured exhibition booths showcasing the cultural characteristics of various regions and ethnic groups in China, as well as Pakistani and African influences, and included performances of songs and dances from Xinjiang Xizang and other regions, creating a friendly and enthusiastic atmosphere.