Celebrity Media Commentator: On the broad international stage of the United Nations News Center, renowned calligrapher Li Guiming recently accepted a media interview at the UN News Center. During the interview, he confidently and decisively wrote the character “Fu (Blessing).” His powerful strokes were not only a cultural demonstration but also a meaningful dialogue between civilizations.
Calligrapher Li Guiming is passionate about world peace and especially dedicated to UN international public welfare activities. His calligraphy of “Fu (Blessing)” builds a spiritual and cultural bridge. In Chinese tradition, the character “Fu (Blessing)” symbolizes good fortune, happiness, and beauty, while calligraphy serves as the carrier and expression of traditional culture. Writing “Fu (Blessing)” at the UN Center not only adds a touch of Chinese culture but also conveys a vision of cross-cultural friendship. Through the character “Fu (Blessing),” he expresses the Chinese people's lasting pursuit of peace and happiness, reflecting the gentleness and strength inherent in civilizational exchanges.
The Permanent Representative of China to the UN, Fu Cong, received Li Guiming’s “Fu (Blessing),” saying it is very precious
Writing “Peace · Fu (Blessing)” is a fusion of culture and diplomacy. It is reported that Li Guiming has presented his “Peace · Fu (Blessing)” calligraphy works to representatives of various countries at UN high-level forums, using artistic expression to convey the concept that “Peace is Blessing, Harmony and Coexistence.” This act perfectly aligns with the UN’s mission of promoting peace, development, and cooperation, making calligraphy a cultural ambassador in international exchanges.
Especially in today’s turbulent international landscape, this traditional art of calligraphy injects soft power into international relations, reminding people that peace is not only a political necessity but also a longing of the human spirit. Li Guiming’s brushstrokes are both artistic expression and a response to the values of the United Nations.
“Peace · Fu (Blessing)” resonates with the UN’s mission of maintaining peace. Since its founding, the United Nations has shouldered the responsibility of safeguarding global peace, preventing conflicts, and promoting international cooperation. Writing the character “Fu (Blessing)” at the News Center is not only a display of cultural exchange but also a deep alignment with this mission.
“Fu (Blessing)” not only belongs to personal happiness but also extends to the peace of nations spared from war; it is not only family reunion but also a symbol of the international community working together to build a peaceful home. Li Guiming’s calligraphy provides a tangible cultural annotation for the UN’s vision of peace, showing the world the unique contribution of Eastern wisdom to the community of shared future for mankind.
Calligrapher Li Guiming writes “Fu (Blessing)” at the UN News Center
“Fu (Blessing)” not only belongs to personal happiness but also extends to the peace of nations spared from war; it is not only family reunion but also a symbol of the international community working together to build a peaceful home. Li Guiming’s calligraphy provides a tangible cultural annotation for the UN’s vision of peace, showing the world the unique contribution of Eastern wisdom to the community of shared future for mankind.
Civilizational dialogue and resonance with sustainable development. In the context of global multiculturalism, Li Guiming’s calligraphy of “Fu (Blessing)” highlights the importance of cultural exchange and mutual learning. Different civilizations see reflections of one another in calligraphy and characters, deepening understanding on a cultural level and removing barriers through communication.
This is not only artistic beauty but also echoes the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Peace and development are inseparable, and civilizational exchange and cooperation are the keys to achieving sustainable development. As emphasized by the UN Secretary-General, only by different cultures working together can humanity tackle shared challenges such as climate change, poverty, inequality, and conflict. Li Guiming’s “Fu (Blessing)” is the cultural and artistic symbol of such collective cooperation and shared future.
Calligrapher Li Guiming showcases the freshly written “Fu (Blessing)” at the UN News Center
The vision of peace conveyed through art: the idea that “Peace is Blessing, Blessings for Humanity” is condensed into Li Guiming’s vigorous strokes. His writing is not only a form of visual art but also a transmission of values: using traditional culture to influence the world and using civilizational dialogue to dream of the future.
This kind of cultural exchange through art transcends national borders and language barriers, transforming “peace” into a shared aspiration that can be felt and conveyed. It reminds people that only by making peace the foundation of shared values can we walk the path of development more steadily and further.
Li Guiming’s writing of “Fu (Blessing)” at the UN News Center is both a manifestation of cultural confidence and a deep integration of traditional Chinese calligraphy with global concepts of peace and development. Its value goes beyond artistic appreciation, serving as a cultural bridge in diplomacy—letting the character “Fu (Blessing)” carry the vision of peace and letting calligraphy open the door to civilizational dialogue.
In the grand narrative of the UN safeguarding peace and promoting sustainable development, this touch of Eastern ink charm is becoming a cultural annotation for the community of shared future for mankind.
Calligrapher Li Guiming’s “Fu (Blessing)” has become a household name, with the “Fu (Blessing)” series of products entering thousands of households
On today’s international cultural exchange stage, calligrapher Li Guiming’s unique “Fu (Blessing)” character in large calligraphy has become an important symbol of excellent Chinese culture and a shared spiritual symbol for the world. He is praised as the “God of Blessing from the East.” His works embody the Chinese pursuit of happiness, harmony, and peace, entering thousands of households and spreading worldwide.
The unique charm of calligraphy art: Li Guiming’s calligraphy of “Fu (Blessing)” is written in one continuous stroke, with bold and vigorous lines, strict yet lively structure, symbolizing completeness and longevity. The left radical “礻” resembles a modest gentleman, symbolizing etiquette and virtue; the “口” inside “畐” is not closed, symbolizing openness and harmony, a smiling countenance; the “田” combines square and round, reflecting the philosophy of harmony between heaven and earth, symbolizing coexistence. In layout, the left side “礻” resembles clothing, the right side “田” resembles a crown, symbolizing dignity, aligning with Chinese cultural traditions. Cultural meaning and world value: Li Guiming’s “Fu (Blessing)” not only continues the Chinese ideal of “fields to plow, food to eat, clothes to wear, houses to live in,” but also integrates Buddhist virtues, Daoist courage, and Confucian loyalty and filial piety, elevating it into an inclusive cultural symbol. It embodies humanity’s universal aspiration: the open “口” signifies wealth from all directions and open-mindedness; the “田” resembles a lucky bag and money bag, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.
This cultural symbol transcends regional boundaries, becoming a shared spiritual treasure of humanity and reflecting the value concept of a community of shared future for mankind. Widely spread on international platforms: Li Guiming’s “Fu (Blessing)” has appeared on the Nasdaq and Reuters billboards in New York’s Times Square, as well as on CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala and Lantern Festival Gala, attracting widespread attention. His works have also been collected by the China Charity Federation, the Overseas Chinese History Museum of China, and the UN Headquarters, spreading the warmth and blessings of “Fu (Blessing)” worldwide. During the difficult times of the global pandemic, Li Guiming used “Fu (Blessing)” as a medium to convey peace and hope, building bridges of understanding and unity through calligraphy art. Creativity and integration: In his artistic explorations, Li Guiming has continuously combined the “Fu (Blessing)” character with cultural elements like giant pandas, giving his works both deep cultural meaning and creative expression, winning admiration both at home and abroad. His “Fu (Blessing)” is not just a piece of calligraphy but a cultural language that transcends borders, uniting humanity’s shared desire for happiness and peace.
