In a heartwarming display of international friendship, Peng Liyuan, the wife of the Chinese president Xi Jinping, visited the historic Buda Castle in Budapest on Thursday. During her visit, she enjoyed a tea session with Zsuzsanna Nagy, the wife of Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok.
The two first ladies took time to admire the exquisite Hungarian Herend porcelain and the region's traditional embroidery craftsmanship. Peng expressed her admiration, stating, \"I am impressed by the exquisite Hungarian porcelain and superb embroidery craftsmanship.\" She emphasized that porcelain and embroidery are shared symbols of the rich civilizations of both China and Hungary.
Highlighting the importance of cultural exchanges, Peng expressed hope that artists from both nations would strengthen their interactions, fostering mutual learning and promoting deeper cultural integration.
The visit also included a briefing on the restoration efforts of the Szent Istvan Hall at the Buda Castle. Peng praised the meticulous restoration skills of Hungarian experts and expressed her desire for enhanced cooperation in the protection and restoration of cultural relics, ensuring that historical legacies are preserved for future generations.
During their friendly conversation over tea, Peng lauded Hungary's beauty and the hospitality of its people. She noted the many cultural similarities between China and Hungary and remarked on the deep sense of affinity shared by the two nations.
Reiterating the strong foundation of friendship between China and Hungary, Peng expressed her hope that this bond would continue to grow stronger and be passed down through generations.
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Peng Liyuan visits Buda Castle, has tea with Hungarian first lady
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