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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
ALMATY, Sept. 3 (Xinhua) — A concert dedicated to the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese folk composer Xian Xinghai and the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the World Anti-Fascist War was held in the Kazakh city of Almaty.
The event was organized with the support of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Almaty and was held within the walls of the Kazakh State Academic Philharmonic named after Zhambyl.
Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Almaty Jiang Wei noted in her speech that Xian Xinghai is a shining pearl not only in the history of Chinese music, but also in the history of modern world music.
She also recalled that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
“The peoples of China and Kazakhstan fought shoulder to shoulder on the anti-fascist front, defending peace throughout the world with their blood and their lives, which became our common historical memory and spiritual heritage… The Chinese side expresses deep respect to all international friends, including the people of Kazakhstan, who provided invaluable support to the Chinese people during the difficult years of the war,” the consul general said.
Ambassador-at-Large, Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov noted that Xian Xinghai’s music has become the voice of his people, filled with the spirit of patriotism, a symbol of fortitude and faith in the future.
Zh. Abdrashov also mentioned the strong friendship between Xian Xinghai and Kazakh composer Bakhytzhan Baikadamov: “The genuine friendship of two outstanding figures who glorify humanity and spiritual values opens the way to high ideals and serves as a solid foundation for mutual understanding, harmony and cultural ties between our peoples. Their creative heritage is an invaluable asset of our countries, and it is our common duty to preserve it and pass it on to future generations.”
"This evening is a bright symbol of Kazakh-Chinese friendship. We believe that the friendship of our countries will never waver," added the representative of the Kazakh Foreign Ministry. –0–
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