Peng Liyuan, spouse of Chinese President Xi Jinping, welcomed spouses of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) leaders to Tianjin on Monday, offering a glimpse into the city's cultural heritage and modern development during the 2025 SCO Summit sidelines.
A Warm Welcome by the River
Guests were greeted with traditional hospitality at the Haihe River pier, where children performed songs and waved national flags of visiting delegations. The group posed for commemorative photos before boarding a vessel to explore Tianjin's historical waterways.
Bridging Past and Present
During the cruise, Peng emphasized Tianjin's unique position as a cultural crossroads: "The Haihe River has witnessed our city's transformation while preserving its multicultural essence." Visitors learned about Tianjin's role in China's modernization efforts through interactive displays and multilingual guides.
Cultural Immersion Experience
The delegation enjoyed traditional sanxian musical performances while sampling local teas, with many guests documenting the riverside architecture through photographs. Several attendees praised China's ability to "harmonize ancient traditions with technological progress," according to state media reports.
The tour concluded with delegates exchanging cultural insights against the backdrop of Tianjin's illuminated skyline, reinforcing people-to-people connections among SCO member states.
