On July 24, Chinese Consulate General in Melbourne hosted the launching ceremony of the 2026 Chinese Film Week (Tasmania) in Hobart. Consul General Fang Xinwen attended and delivered a speech. Guests from various sectors, including Mr Scott Kelleher, Director of DFAT Tasmania state office, Cr Zelinda Sherlock, Deputy Mayor of City of Hobart, Cr Brendan Blomeley, Mayor of City of Clarence, Ms Jan Everett, President of Australia-China Friendship Society( Tasmania Branch), Mr Jason Xu, Deputy President of the Federation of Chinese Associations Tasmania, were present.

In his address, Consul General Fang highlighted the Global Civilization Initiative and the progress of Chinese modernization under the leadership of Communist Party of China. He expressed hope that the film week would allow the people of Tasmania to gain a vivid and comprehensive understanding of a real, multi-dimensional, and dynamic China, thereby further fostering people-to-people bonds and mutual learning between Chinese and Australian.

Mr Scott Kelleher and other guest speakers warmly congratulated on the successful launch of the Chinese Film Week. They spoke positively of the China-Australia relationship and Tasmania’s cooperation with China, expressing willingness to continue promoting exchanges and cooperation across various fields, including people-to-people ties.

Following the launching ceremony, Consul General Fang and the guests watched the film *Dear You* and applauded the deeply moving masterpiece. During the post-screening discussion, attendees enthusiastically shared their heartfelt reflections, resonating strongly with the film's themes.

The Chinese film week runs from July 24 to July 31 in Hobart and Launceston, featuring seven screenings of six films, including *Dear You*  *The 1911 Revolution**Blades of the Guardians* *Pegasus 3**Unexpected Family* *The Shadow's Edge*.