To welcome the Year of the Horse and strengthen corporate culture and team cohesion, East & West International Education Group (EWIE) held its 2026 Spring Tea Reception on February 6 in Beijing. All Beijing-based employees attended in person, while colleagues from Shanghai, Wuhan, Qingdao, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Jinan, Chongqing, Xi’an, Nanning, and other cities participated online. Across locations, warm wishes and shared greetings reinforced unity and optimism for the year ahead.
The event opened with an enthusiastic welcome from the host, immediately igniting a festive atmosphere.
Chairman’s Address: Leading with Vision
Mr. WANG Wei, Chairman and President of EWIE and Dean of the Institute for East & West International Education, delivered a keynote speech. On behalf of the Group, Mr. Wang expressed sincere appreciation to all employees and their families for their dedication throughout 2025.
He noted that global shifts and domestic challenges tested the international education sector, yet EWIE demonstrated resilience and strategic focus. Achievements included:
- Structural business optimization and steady B2B growth
- Expansion of Global Employability Development programs
- Progress in international employability projects and curriculum system development
- Advancement in transnational education partnerships
Looking ahead to 2026, EWIE will align with national education and economic strategies, deepen B2B engagement, advance integrated B2B2C services, and strengthen Sino-foreign cooperative education and international secondary education. By leveraging AI technologies and optimizing business models, the Group aims to build a high-quality core team, drive sustainable development, and contribute to high-quality international education.
Wisdom and Action: Key Themes for 2026
Mr. Jin Xiaojun, Vice Dean of the Institute and Director of the Global Employability Development Division, highlighted the 2026 focus keyword: Wisdom. He encouraged colleagues to:
- Think deeply– find clarity in complexity
- Learn efficiently– maintain a growth mindset and adapt rapidly
- Act decisively– translate strategy into tangible results
Celebrating Team Spirit
The event included three rounds of lucky draws, video messages from Wiseway, Wiseway Global, and other divisions, as well as speeches from department representatives sharing reflections on projects, growth, and teamwork.
A highlight was an AI-themed debate hosted by the Global Competence Development Center, exploring the role of global competency programs in higher education internationalization. Participants engaged with precision and insight, demonstrating EWIE’s integration of technology, professional expertise, and critical thinking.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 Spring Tea Reception concluded amid applause and celebration. The event strengthened EWIE’s corporate culture, conveyed New Year wishes, and reinforced team cohesion. As the Group embarks on a new year, EWIE remains committed to customer-centered, innovation-driven, and teamwork-oriented principles — transforming shared vision into action and driving the future of international education.