At the 8th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, Nivet Waevsamana, a Thai dance instructor and museum director, captivated audiences with his reflections on the enduring cultural connections between China and Thailand. His journey—from studying puppet arts influenced by Chinese traditions to tracing his family roots to Hainan—highlights a tapestry of shared heritage.
"Every step I take in China feels like coming home," Nivet said, having visited over 50 countries. "The warmth of the people and the depth of history here are unmatched." His work bridges traditional Thai dance with elements inspired by Chinese folklore, a fusion he attributes to centuries of cross-cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
The expo, a platform for dialogue among countries and regions along the historic trade route, underscored China\u2019s role in fostering global cultural collaboration. For Nivet, preserving these ties is personal: "My ancestors migrated from Hainan to Thailand generations ago, but our stories remain intertwined."
