On the evening of June 24, 2024, a grand cultural exchange event, the "New York & Beijing Friendship Anniversary Celebration," was held at the Chinese Consulate General in New York. This event was not only a cultural feast but also a vivid representation of the friendly relationship between China and the United States. Among the distinguished guests, the presence of Wang Yugen, Chairman of the World Artists Association, stood out.

As the chairman of the World Artists Association, Wang Yugen has been dedicated to promoting global artistic exchange and development. His participation added a strong artistic atmosphere to the celebration and symbolized the deep artistic exchange and integration between China and the United States. During the celebration, Wang Yugen and other guests discussed the importance of art in cross-cultural exchange and shared his views on how art can promote international understanding and peace.

Additionally, notable figures such as Ma Wen, Deputy Director of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, Chu Taojing, CEO of the United Nations Friendship Association, Yu Junsheng, Secretary and Director of Beijing Radio and Television, Huang Ping, Consul General of China in New York, and Xia Linmao, Executive Vice Mayor of Beijing, as well as media representatives, attended the event to witness this grand cultural exchange celebration.

In the photo: Ma Wen, Deputy Director of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism (far right), Chu Taojing, CEO of the United Nations Friendship Association (second from right), Huang Ping, Consul General of China in New York (third from right), Xia Linmao, Executive Vice Mayor of Beijing (third from left), Yu Junsheng, Secretary and Director of Beijing Radio and Television (second from left), and Wang Yugen, Chairman of the World Artists Association (far left).

At the celebration, the guests explored ways to strengthen cultural exchange and cooperation between China and the United States in a globalized context through art performances, cultural exhibitions, and in-depth dialogues. Wang Yugen particularly emphasized the unique role of art in bridging different cultures and promoting mutual understanding. He stated that the World Artists Association would continue to commit to promoting international artistic exchanges and contributing to the building of a harmonious world.

In the photo: Wang Yugen, Chairman of the World Artists Association (right), Dr. Yi Jinsheng (center), and prominent investor and entrepreneur Zhang Jiahao, Chairman of the U.S.-China Investment Promotion Association (left).

The "New York & Beijing Friendship Anniversary Celebration" was not only a cultural feast but also a reflection of the deepening exchange and cooperation between China and the United States in multiple fields. Through the universal language of art, the people of the two countries can overcome language and cultural barriers, achieving a deeper level of mutual understanding and respect.

As the celebration concluded successfully, it is clear that art will continue to serve as a bridge connecting different countries and cultures, playing an important role in building harmonious international relations. At the same time, we look forward to further exchanges and cooperation between China and the U.S. in various fields, promoting the prosperity and development of global culture.