🎉 This year, China and Somalia celebrate 65 years of diplomatic ties! To honor this milestone, a rare chunk of Hetian jade gifted by Somalia in 1960 has been reborn as a stunning sculpture by renowned artist Master Zhang Tiecheng.
Hetian Jade’s New Chapter
In his Beijing studio on the Chinese mainland, Master Zhang traces the jade’s natural veins, seeking the story within. 'Working with this jade feels like reading a living history,' he shares. 🏺✨
Sculpting Unity
CGTN’s Guo Linjie and Somali National News Agency journalist Kheder Abdullah Mohammed Mahmood visited the workshop, capturing every delicate chisel stroke. The footage shows the jade transforming under Master Zhang’s expert hand, blending African and Asian artistic traditions.
A Timeless Symbol
This masterpiece doesn’t just showcase exquisite craftsmanship—it embodies six-and-a-half decades of friendship. Its graceful curves and polished glow remind us that art can bridge continents and cultures.
Whether you're an art lover, a history buff, or a traveler chasing stories, this jade sculpture is a must-see tribute to the enduring bond between two nations. 🌍🤝
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Marking 65 Years: A jade sculpture embodies China-Somalia bond
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