A cultural shift

Speaking about the upcoming event, Fahad Majed Alshareef, the Saudi cultural attache in China, says: "Saudi people have great expectations for the exhibition because it is a rare chance for us to see the brilliance of traditional Chinese culture first hand."

"The connection between China and Saudi Arabia is another example that shows how different civilizations and religions continue to maintain dialogue and learn from each other."

He also adds that China's Belt and Road Initiative can link more closely with the Saudi Vision 2030 plan through projects like this. The Saudi plan aims to reduce the country's dependence on oil and diversify the Saudi economy by developing public service sectors－including culture and tourism.