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As the sun set over Beijing's Bird's Nest stadium, the curtain was raised on a bright and colorful evening gala to celebrate the first Conference on Dialogue of Asian Civilizations. Representatives of the 47 countries attending CDAC walked on stage holding their national flags, as the crowds cheered them on. If there was one word to summarize the gala, it would have to be "color." It was a vibrant, kaleidoscopic display, showcasing just a tiny slice of Asian culture.