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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
RIYADH, Dec. 27 (Xinhua) — The Saudi-Chinese Common Ground cultural festival opened in Riyadh this week, capping a year-long initiative aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries through art, technology and cultural heritage.
The festival is being held at the Mohammed bin Salman Non-Profit City to conclude the Saudi-Chinese Year of Culture. Launched on Wednesday by the Kingdom's Ministry of Culture, the event showcases traditional handicrafts and contemporary works by artisans from both countries.
On Thursday, Saudi Arabia's Deputy Minister of Culture Mai Al-Rasheed and China's Ambassador to the country, Chang Hua, toured the pavilions and met with artists and festival participants.
Among the festival's highlights are a joint exhibition of painting and sculpture, as well as a virtual reality experience that takes visitors on an immersive tour of Beijing's Central Axis, a UNESCO World Heritage site linking 15 major historical sites, including the Imperial Gates, the Forbidden City, and ceremonial altars.
The festival is timed to coincide with the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Riyadh and Beijing. According to the Chinese ambassador, 2025 marks the first joint cultural year for the two countries. It opened with a Chinese New Year Bazaar in Riyadh, which featured over 60 events, attracting millions of visitors.
According to Ministry of Culture spokesman Abdulrahman Almutawa, the two sides are opening up new opportunities for cooperation through dialogue, cultural exchange, and knowledge sharing.
The festival will run until January 6, 2026. –0–
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