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At the opening ceremony of the Moscow Maslenitsa Festival in Beijing, representatives of the Russian and Chinese capitals signed a memorandum of cooperation in tourism.
The document provides for joint exhibitions and industry events, the use of digital resources to promote projects, the exchange of best practices, and the organization of familiarization tours for hospitality industry professionals from both countries. Natalia Sergunina, Deputy Mayor of Moscow.
"Moscow is strengthening its comprehensive cooperation with its colleagues from the People's Republic of China. This cooperation isn't limited to specific areas, but extends to all key sectors—from culture and technological development to tourism," noted Natalia Sergunina.
The Moscow Maslenitsa in Beijing festival takes place from February 19th to 22nd in Chaoyang Park, one of Beijing's largest parks. Guests can look forward to creative workshops, choreography and vocal performances, traditional food, and much more.
According to Natalia Sergunina, the People's Republic of China leads the world in the number of tourists visiting the Russian capital. By 2025, the number of travelers from China increased by almost 10 percent, reaching 470,000.
This growth is largely due to the partnership between the two capitals, including the Moscow Maslenitsa in Beijing and Chinese New Year in Moscow festivals.
FestivalThe festival, dedicated to Chinese New Year, is taking place in the capital until March 1st, bringing together over 60 venues. Among them are Manezhnaya Square, the Moskino Cinema Park, and the Moscow Zoo. Guests can look forward to culinary and creative workshops, theatrical performances and concerts, a board game championship, and international exhibitions.
Intercultural events
In the previous winter season, the Chinese New Year in Moscow festival was included in programThe Years of Culture between Russia and China, held in 2024–2025 by decision of the leaders of the two countries, attracted approximately 1.5 million people. Street performances, a spectacular drum show, traditional tea ceremonies, calligraphy workshops, and board games were particularly popular with Muscovites and visitors.
The festival attracted the attention of residents not only of Russia and China, but also of other countries; its events were covered by media outlets in more than 30 countries.
This summer, the Moscow Seasons in Beijing festival took over the Years of Culture, attracting 2.85 million visitors. Everyone was invited to experience Moscow's traditions and history, its dynamic development, its landmarks, and its gastronomy. Residents and visitors to the Chinese capital enjoyed concerts of contemporary and classical music, dance classes, Russian cuisine, and learning how to make toys and souvenirs with a national flavor.
The festival included a conference titled "Cities of the Future: Synergy of the Moscow-Beijing Strategic Partnership." Participants discussed promising areas of cooperation, including opportunities for mutual investment, and presented initiatives targeting the local market. Following the event, an agreement was signed. seven international agreements.
At the end of November 2025, the Moscow Seasons in Beijing were awarded National Prize of ChinaThe project received a silver award at the China Golden Awards for Excellence in Public Relations in the Government Communications category.
The Moscow Seasons in Beijing festival was awarded the Chinese National Prize.
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