[Reporter Xiao Fangqi/Reporting from Taipei] Zhang Qin recently participated in the "2026 Folk Song Charity Concert" sponsored by the National Institute of Architects of the Republic of China. The event aimed to raise funds for medical upgrades for Penghu Huimin Hospital. She was deeply moved by the atmosphere at the scene, and was even more moved by the thoughts of Cui Maosen, the chairman of the association, and hosted a special thanksgiving dinner the night before. During the event, folk song master Ye Jiaxiu also made a surprise appearance, singing "Grandma's Penghu Bay", "Country Road" and other popular classic songs, which fascinated all the guests.
Meifu Catering and Beverage Director Chen Chengdian (from left), Zhang Qin and National Institute of Architects Chairman Cui Maosen participated in the thanksgiving party. (Provided by the National Institute of Architects)
Due to the special geographical environment of Penghu, medical resources are scarce compared to the main island. Huimin Hospital, which has been deeply involved in the area for a long time, is a key bastion to protect the health of the elderly and residents of Penghu. The National Association of Architects stated that the architectural community not only builds physical spaces, but also shoulders social and public responsibilities. The concert is themed "Singing across the sea, building love and benefiting the people." All proceeds, after deducting necessary expenses, will support the Huimin Hospital reconstruction plan, turning it into a substantial force to improve medical equipment and care capacity.
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Zhang Qin (right) was moved by Cui Maosen, chairman of the National Institute of Architects, and specially served as the host of the thanksgiving dinner. (Provided by the National Institute of Architects)
Zhang Qin was deeply moved by this goodwill and the kindness of Cui Maosen, the chairman of the association, and specially served as the host of the thanksgiving dinner. She shared her deep connection with Penghu, revealing that she made a special trip to Penghu for filming when she hosted China Television's "Happy Treasure Island" in her early years. She also went to Penghu to host a concert in June last year. At that time, singers such as Xu Jingchun and Yin Zhengyang participated. Now she heard the familiar singing voice again at the charity concert. She laughed and said that she is busy on the stage every day, and this is the first time she has been an audience member.
Zhang Qin served as the host of the Thanksgiving Dinner, and her witty words and golden voice boosted the atmosphere. (Provided by the National Institute of Architects)
Zhang Qin, whose acting career spans singing, hosting and drama, said frankly that she thought her singing talent could not surpass that of her sister Zhang Qi, so she decisively moved to the television industry. Unexpectedly, her first drama became a hit as soon as it was aired. In her heyday, she even hosted China Television's prime-time programs from Monday to Friday. Even Li Liqun and Ba Ge, who were in the actor training class at the time, stood behind her and harmonized for her, which was unparalleled.
Ye Jiaxiu (second from left) and Zhang Qin (second from right) presented flowers to Cui Maosen, chairman of the National Institute of Architects, and his wife. (Provided by the National Institute of Architects)
Speaking of hosting, she has mostly focused on acting in recent years, and was actually shortlisted for the Golden Bell Award for Best Cultural and Educational Information Program Host. She revealed that she had excelled in English since childhood and often participated in speeches. In addition, she went to the United States to study at a community college for two years, which laid a solid foundation. In the past, he not only traveled overseas with the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council to comfort the overseas Chinese, but also hosted the "Taiwan Night" at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival in fluent English, traveling to Jeju Island, Kuala Lumpur and other places. Now 73 years old, her energy has not diminished, and she even made a wish: "I want to challenge being an English anchor in the future!"
This cycle of goodwill started by the folk song concert continued with enthusiastic response at the thanksgiving party. Not only did the folk song master Ye Jiaxiu make a surprise appearance at the event, but the highlight of the dinner was the carefully cooked private beef noodles cooked by Chen Chengdian, the food and beverage director of Meifu Catering. Chairman Cui Maosen said that this bowl of beef noodles customized for love implies thoughtful arrangements and symbolizes the most local and warm "homely feeling".
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