Xi'an, a cradle of Chinese civilization with over 3,100 years of history, is deepening its sister-city partnership with South Korea's ancient capital Gyeongju through vibrant cultural exchanges. The two cities, linked since 1994 by their shared historical significance, are leveraging art and heritage to build bridges ahead of the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju.
This August saw a collaborative exhibition in Gyeongju featuring 270 works by Chinese and South Korean artists, spanning calligraphy, painting, and photography. The event highlighted Xi'an's enduring role as a cultural gateway, while joint archaeological projects underscore mutual efforts to preserve shared historical legacies.
As Gyeongju prepares to host APEC leaders in 2025, these cultural initiatives demonstrate how city-level diplomacy fosters international understanding. The exchanges offer business professionals and travelers alike insights into Asia's soft power dynamics, where ancient traditions meet modern economic collaboration.
