English classes to add local culture

Scholars, experts and business leaders involved in English-language education in China who gathered at an annual meeting of the industry in Beijing on Friday agreed to make joint efforts to boost the spread and passing along of traditional culture among the country's youth.

It was the fourth time the meeting was held. It was hosted by China Daily's 21st Century English Education Media.

More than 200 English-language educators and business leaders from across the country attended the meeting, where they shared views on how ancient Chinese literature such as poetry has gained popularity not only among young Chinese but also globally in recent years.