In a vibrant display of cultural diplomacy, Peng Liyuan, wife of the Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Agata Kornhauser-Duda, wife of the Polish President Andrzej Duda, visited China's National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing on Monday.
Accompanying the Polish president on his state visit, Agata Kornhauser-Duda toured the NCPA alongside Peng Liyuan, immersing themselves in an art exhibition dedicated to Beijing's intangible cultural heritage. The exhibition highlighted the exquisite craftsmanship that defines Chinese artistic traditions.
Peng emphasized the longstanding history and rich cultural traditions shared by China and Poland. She highlighted the increasing people-to-people and cultural exchanges in recent years, fostering deeper mutual understanding and friendship between the two nations.
The first ladies also enjoyed a series of performances at the NCPA, showcasing traditional Chinese folk music, Peking Opera, and piano compositions from both countries. These performances underscored the harmonious blend of Chinese and Polish artistic expressions.
Agata praised the Chinese artists' performances, describing Chinese traditional culture as "wonderful and impressive." She expressed her enthusiasm for future exchanges and cooperation, aiming to further enhance the friendship between China and Poland.
This visit not only highlights the cultural bonds between China and Poland but also reinforces the importance of cultural diplomacy in strengthening international relations.
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