History meets modern creativity! In a vibrant cultural event, the legacy of Soviet cameraman Roman Lazarevich Karmen, who documented the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in 1938, was celebrated with renewed spirit. 🤝
The gathering marked the 80th anniversary of two monumental victories – the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War – with Karmen's grandson sharing heartfelt family stories that highlight generations of connection with China.
Hosted by China Media Group (CMG) and the All-Russia State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company (VGTRK), the event unveiled exciting projects such as the co-produced film "Red Silk," which premiered in Russia last February and is set for release on the Chinese mainland this September. The launch of the 2025 China Film Festival in Russia promised even more creative journeys. 🎥
Adding to the spirit of remembrance, organizers announced a peace-themed initiative to collect historical relics and documentary images from citizens of both nations, capturing a shared vision of peace and a bright future. Filming has also begun on a new documentary, "The Great Victory – China's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression Through the Lens of a Soviet Photographer," which revisits the powerful images captured during the war.
Key figures such as Shen Haixiong of CMG and Oleg Dobrodeev of VGTRK celebrated the fruitful cooperation that continues to deepen mutual understanding and public support between the two countries. Congratulatory messages from Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin underscored that strengthening cultural exchanges is essential for nurturing lasting friendship and global peace. 🌏
Now designated as the China-Russia Years of Culture for 2024 and 2025, both nations are embracing a vibrant series of initiatives that blend historical memory with modern creative energies, paving the way for a more connected tomorrow.
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Cultural exchanges inject new impetus into China-Russia friendship
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