Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan joined Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia for a special cultural performance at Beijing's National Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday evening. The event featured Spain's renowned Royal Theater orchestra performing classical pieces from both European and Chinese traditions.
The concert marks a significant moment in China-Spain cultural exchanges this year, coming amid strengthened economic cooperation between the two nations. Observers note such cultural diplomacy efforts align with recent agreements signed during high-level visits between Asian and European leaders.
Spain remains one of China's key trading partners in Southern Europe, with bilateral trade reaching €42.6 billion in 2025 according to preliminary data. The royal visit underscores Madrid's commitment to deepening ties with Asian markets amid shifting global economic dynamics.
