China National Office for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language

The China National Office for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (also known as Hanban) is a governmental organization established to promote the Chinese language and culture globally. It oversees the development of Chinese language education, supports overseas Confucius Institutes and classrooms, and provides resources such as textbooks and teacher training. Hanban aims to enhance the understanding of China by facilitating Chinese language learning, thereby fostering cultural exchange and international cooperation. Through these initiatives, it helps more people around the world to learn Mandarin Chinese and appreciate Chinese heritage.