The conclusion of the activities of the UAE-China Friendship Festival in Qingdao

The activities of the UAE-China Friendship Festival, which was held on the occasion of the fortieth anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and the People's Republic of China, were concluded, and which was held in the coastal city of Qingdao in eastern China.

Officials and diplomats express their pride in this festival The festival was attended by a number of high-level officials and diplomats from both countries, in addition to businessmen, investors and representatives of the cultural and educational sectors.

Over the course of the festival, the Emirati market attracted great interest from the Chinese audience, as the three-day festival hosted large numbers of audiences thirsty to learn about the rich Emirati culture and heritage. The Chinese audience expressed their admiration for the display of traditional handicrafts that embody the authenticity and diversity of Emirati culture, while Nujoud Al Shamsi and Amani Al Taniji, representatives of the UAE Ministry of Culture, stressed the importance of the festival in enhancing cultural exchange between the two friendly countries and encouraged the Chinese public to participate in the various festival activities.

Mr. Mohammed Ghanem Al Mansouri, Executive Vice President of Al Foah Dates Company, expressed his admiration for the Chinese interest in Emirati heritage, noting the great demand for traditional Emirati products, especially dates.

Cultural events and a dazzling closing ceremony Attendees had the opportunity to taste some of the most popular Emirati dishes, giving the event a cultural flavor that reflects the cultural exchange between the two countries.

The festival activities concluded with a dazzling drone display that lit up the sky of Qingdao with light formations representing the symbols of the two countries, in addition to an artistic ceremony that included paintings embodying the cultural heritage of the two countries, reflecting the depth of cultural exchange between the UAE and China .