As the guest country of honor at the 8th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, Thailand took center stage in the ancient desert city, captivating crowds with its rich heritage.
The Thai ensemble showcased a blend of traditional dance and martial arts, drawing enthusiastic applause from Chinese visitors. Each performance wove together storytelling, vibrant costumes, and rhythmic precision, offering a window into Thailand’s living traditions.
Thai curator Nivet Waevsamana, who helped bring the showcase to Dunhuang, was moved by the audience’s energy. “China and Thailand are like a loving family,” he said, highlighting the deep cultural bonds that events like this continue to build along the Silk Road.
Beyond the performances, the expo set the stage for cross-border exchange, creating space for young global citizens, entrepreneurs, and cultural changemakers to explore new connections. As the dust settles on Dunhuang’s dunes, the echoes of Thai drums and martial arts routines linger, a reminder of the power of cultural diplomacy in today’s interconnected world.
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Thailand dance and martial arts performance shines at Dunhuang
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