A commemorative meeting was held in Taipa barracks of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Macao Garrison on Tuesday morning to mark the 25th anniversary of the stationing of the PLA Garrison Forces in the Special Administrative Region (SAR).
The meeting was attended by more than 600 people, including representatives of the relevant departments of the Central Military Commission and central government agencies and institutions stationed in Macao, major officials of the Macao SAR government, Macao deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC), members of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), leaders of major Chinese-funded institutions and groups loyal to both the motherland and Macao, leaders of the PLA Hong Kong Garrison, Guangdong Province and Zhuhai City neighboring Macao, and representatives of garrison officers and soldiers.
Macao's Chief Executive, Ho Iat Seng, expressed SAR government's gratitude to the PLA Garrison for its efforts and contributions to Macao's security, stability and development over the past 25 years.
The officers and soldiers of the Macao garrison expressed their commitment to faithfully fulfilling their defense duties, and helping Macao's economic and social development.
The day before the event, the PLA Macao Garrison held a gala to showcase its achievements in army building, military training, and fulfillment of defense duties and Macao's integration into the overall national development. The event also marked the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to China in 1999.
Event held to mark 25th anniversary of stationing of People's Liberation Army Garrison Forces in Macao
A contemporary Chinese art exhibition has been held at the Hungarian National Museum in Budapest, playing a vibrant role in fostering cultural ties between the East and the West. The exhibits, including brush paintings and sculptures on mountains, rivers, plants, blend traditional brushwork with Western influences, creating a serene, meditative atmosphere.
The artists' deep connection with the natural world is a window that the "Chinese Xieyi exhibition'' at the Hungarian National Museum presents to the public to explore Chinese philosophy, according to Tunde FegyvAri-Komori, curator of the Hungarian National Museum.
"This exhibition is a collection of 58 artworks, including four sculptures from 58 different artists, from the National Art Museum of China's collection. And they represent modern and contemporary artworks, partly reflecting back to the traditional Chinese painting and Chinese art, and partly reflecting to Western influences in art, which mostly started arriving in China after the 1970s and the 80s," said FegyvAri-Komori.
Much of the exhibition showcases traditional Chinese brushwork, where delicate strokes create intricate designs and meanings that express deep philosophical meanings, allowing viewers to experience the world from their perspective.
"The Chinese curators constructed the exhibition around these three topics and these three main aspects to approach Xieyi itself. The first one is called 'yi', which translates as meaning. This focuses on the essence of the topic. The second one is form, which in Chinese is 'xing,' and it's quite similar to meaning, but from a different approach. They are focusing on the form itself that they see, but they are not aiming at mirroring reality. The third one is called 'interest,' or in Chinese called 'qu.' And in this last part, I would say that it's a combination of the first two," said FegyvAri-Komori.
One standout piece is a sculpture that blends mythology and modern art, depicting Lao Tzu departing from the Qin Empire (221 BC to 207 BC), carrying the wisdom that shaped Taoist thought with him. The ox-head panther he rides symbolizes mysticism and the spiritual journey, adding another mythical dimension to the work.
"It expresses Xieyi very well, but at the same time, it also expresses a little bit of Western modern art, abstract art," said FegyvAri-Komori.
For many visitors, the exhibition is a chance to experience the dynamic evolution of Chinese art.
"My father had several books about Chinese art, about porcelains, ceramics, and paintings. It always struck me how different it is from our European tradition. There's a subtlety and sensitivity in it. The way they express emotions feels so unique and profound," said Daniel, a visitor.
The exhibition, part of celebrations of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Hungary and China, celebrates cultural exchange and shared appreciation for art and culture.
Contemporary Chinese art expo held in Hungary helps cultivate ties between east and west
