China and Nigeria collaborate to enhance diplomatic relations through cultural talents

(22 Aug 2023) ASSOCIATED PRESS Lagos, Nigeria - 21 August 2023 1. Various of guests at the venue 2. Various of Chinese and Nigerian performers on stage 3. SOUNDBITE (English) Hajia Zainab Ali-Biu, Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Information and Culture: “Today we witnessed the convergence of Chinese and Nigeria’s unique culture and celebrated the fusion of Chinese and Nigeria’s shared values. Recognized the mutual respect, and admiration that exists between the two cultural powerhouses as well as the thriving collaboration. This event serves as a platform for strengthening people to people bond, encourage dialogue, innovation, creativity. It will also deepen our appreciation for each other’s diverse heritage, of course, cultural exchanges.“ 4. Various of Chinese performers performing on stage 5. SOUNDBITE (Mandarin) Jin Mingyu, Deputy Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos: “Dear friends, the power of art can transcend geographical boundaries and break down language barriers, touching the hearts of people from different nations. Let’s join hands and work together to implement President Xi Jinping’s Global Civilization Initiative. Let’s share China’s culture of harmony and play a symphony between Nigeria and China through mutual learning and mutual exchange. Let’s use music and dance to enhance the mutual understanding between our two countries.“ 6. Performance of Nigerian kung fu performers 7. Joint performance of Nigeria and Chinese performers 8. SOUNDBITE (English) Chief (Dr.) Nike Okundaye, Owner, Nike Art Gallery: “Their culture is also rich like our own culture. So, for the Minister to come to Nigeria, it’s a great achievement for us, the artist.“ 9. Display of the Chinese Lion Dance by Nigerians 10. Nigerian female performers displaying Chinese culture STORYLINE: Lagos played host to a joint performance by the China National Traditional Orchestra (CNTO) and Huaxing Arts Troupe Nigeria to celebrate the culture of both countries, while welcoming China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mao Yu. The China National Traditional Orchestra is China’s celebrates diverse traditions through artistic performances. It carries forward China’s millennia-old music culture and offers a colorful glimpse into Chinese heritage. The Huaxing Arts Troupe Nigeria is a disseminator of Chinese culture, promoting the relationship between Nigeria and China At the event, which took place in Lagos on Monday, the Arts Troupe performed three major traditional Nigerian traditional dances on stage for the first time. “Let’s use music and dance to enhance the mutual understanding between our two countries,“ said Jin Mingyu, Deputy Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, who spoke on behalf of China’s Tourism and Culture Minister. Bilateral trade between the two countries has grown from approximately $300 million in the 1990s to over $20 billion in recent years. =========================================================== Clients are reminded to adhere to all listed restrictions and to check the terms of their licence agreements. For further assistance, please contact the AP Archive on: Tel 44(0)2074827482 Email: info@. Find out more about AP Archive: Twitter: Facebook: ​​ Instagram: You can license this story through AP Archive: