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Exhibition to showcase Chinese cultural icons opens in Nairobi

Xinhua, October 27, 2015 Adjust font size:

An exhibition that aims to showcase the distinguished legacy left behind by eight Chinese cultural icons opened in Nairobi on Monday.

Kenyan officials joined their Chinese counterparts at the opening ceremony of the exhibition to enlighten the public on the Asian giant's iconic figures in the field of arts, culture, philosophy, literature and politics.

In his opening remarks, Deputy Speaker of the Kenyan Senate Kembi Gitura said the legacy left behind by China's 20th century cultural icons has been felt globally.

"To distill and identify eight 20th century most influential figures in China is a milestone for a country of 1.3 billion people. The exhibition will enlighten Kenyans on the country's epoch journey to greatness," Gitura remarked.

The eight Chinese eminent persons whose works will be displayed at the Nairobi exhibition accomplished feats that have inspired future generations.

Gitura noted the exhibition was timely as Sino-Kenya cultural cooperation reached a critical milestone.

"We have established strong cultural and commercial linkages with China. Several Kenyan schools are teaching Chinese language as our bilateral ties improve rapidly," said Gitura.

Sino-Kenya bilateral cooperation in trade, culture and infrastructure development has stood the test of time.

Gitura noted that Kenyans have appreciated China's role in the country's development.

"Our partnership with China goes beyond trade and commerce. It has taken a cultural dimension to help bridge our differences," Gitura remarked.

He added that cultural exchanges have thrived thanks to the establishment of Confucius Institutes in leading Kenyan Universities.

China is committed to strengthen cross cultural ties with Kenya since the two countries share common aspirations.

Deputy Director of Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum Liu Zhen noted the Nairobi exhibition will elevate Sino-Kenya cultural cooperation to new levels.

"Kenya is privileged to host an exhibition that portrays the life history of icons who contributed to China's rise in the 20th century," Liu noted.

He added that Sino-Kenya cultural ties that date back to the 15th century have entered a new phase. Enditem