China’s Ambassador to the Maldives, Kong Xinhua, has met Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage Heena Waleed to discuss strengthening cooperation between the two countries in culture and heritage.
According to the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Heritage, the meeting focused on exploring opportunities for Chinese assistance in the cultural and heritage sectors.
In a statement shared by the Chinese ambassador, the discussions covered professional training, cooperation between museums and jointly organised exhibitions. Minister Waleed also shared the outcomes of her recent visit to China.
Ambassador Kong said culture and heritage serve as bridges between peoples and help foster mutual understanding. He expressed hope that the discussions would lead to practical cooperation, encourage mutual learning between the two civilisations and further strengthen the friendship between China and the Maldives through cultural exchanges.
The discussions reflect efforts by the two countries to expand bilateral cooperation beyond traditional areas of engagement, with cultural exchanges offering opportunities to strengthen people-to-people ties and preserve shared heritage.
