The event's first day saw a memorable kick-off with
Emirati and Chinese dignitaries touring cultural exhibits, enjoying
performances, and celebrating the UAE-China
partnership.
Visitors are encouraged to join the further festivities on
November 2nd and
3rd as there are still plenty more exciting celebrations
to come
ABU
DHABI, UAE, Nov. 2, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- The much-anticipated "Building Bridges for the
Future UAE & China" event
kicked off today in grand style on Abu
Dhabi's Corniche, celebrating 40 years of UAE-China
diplomatic relations.
This unique cultural festival, running from November 1st to 3rd, brings together the rich
traditions and shared future of these two nations. The celebration
offers a vibrant mix of cultural exhibitions, hands-on workshops,
live performances, and culinary experiences, inviting everyone to
explore the evolution and vision of UAE-China relations.
The event's opening day welcomed an array of distinguished
guests, including H.E. Sheikh Salem Al Qassimi, UAE Minister of
Culture and Youth; H.E. Zhang
Yiming, the Chinese Ambassador to the UAE; H.E. Ahmed Bin Ali Al Sayegh, UAE Minister of State,
and H.E. Mohamed Al Mubarak,
Chairman of the Tourism and Culture Authority – Abu Dhabi.
Starting with a traditional Al-Ayyala dance, gahwa, and dates,
the dignitaries were guided through the event's three thematic
areas: Past, Present, and Future. In the "Past" section, large
narrative scrolls displayed key moments from the early days of
UAE-China diplomatic ties, highlighting milestones that paved the
way for the current relationship. Moving into the "Present" area,
visitors experienced the "walking together" theme, Kung Fu performances and Emirati cultural
displays symbolized the harmony and mutual vision both nations
share. Finally, in the "Future" area, interactive exhibits invited
attendees to imagine the shared aspirations of the UAE and
China, symbolizing the nations'
continued journey toward deeper collaboration.
After a memorable first day, "Building Bridges for the Future
UAE & China" will continue
through November 3rd. Visitors can
look forward to more live performances, immersive workshops, and
unique culinary delights, celebrating the enduring connection
between the UAE and China. As
these two nations look forward, this event underscores their shared
values, mutual respect, and commitment to building a future of
unity and progress.
When: November
1st to
3rd
Timings: from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM for all
days
Where: Abu
Dhabi's Corniche
Buy tickets online
here –
https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/95487/building-bridges-for-the-future
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