China has sufficient rescue and medical resources for the earthquake relief in Xizang, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said at a press conference in Beijing on Friday, expressing gratitude for international care and support.
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday, killing more than 100 people and injuring hundreds of others.
"On the earthquake in Dingri County in the city of Xigaze, Xizang, we shared the latest developments and relevant response and relief effort yesterday. Currently China's search, rescue and medical care support is well guaranteed. We appreciate the care and support from the international community," Guo said in response to a media inquiry.
China has sufficient earthquake relief resources, appreciates int'l care: spokesman
A symposium marking the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Peking Opera Company was held in Beijing on Friday.
The symposium emphasized the importance of implementing the spirit of Chinese President Xi Jinping's reply letter to the company's young artists, in which he urged them to ensure that traditional Peking Opera remains vibrant and relevant in the modern era.
The company's young artists recently wrote Xi a letter to share their efforts in passing down Peking Opera traditions. They pledged their dedication to advancing the art form and promoting China's rich cultural heritage.
The symposium called for renewing the Chinese cultural legacy, producing excellent artistic works, and expanding the talent pools, with the goal of continuously advancing the prosperity and development of Chinese opera and contributing to the fulfillment of the cultural mission in the new era.
Opera artists are urged to strengthen their capacity for original artistic creation and ensure that traditional arts continue to shine with the brilliance in the modern era, the meeting said.
Peking Opera, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage item dating back over 200 years, is a performance art incorporating singing, reciting, acting and martial arts.
The National Peking Opera Company traces its origins to the China Peking Opera Company, established in January 1955, with renowned artist Mei Lanfang serving as its first president. The company adopted its current name in 2007.
Symposium held to mark 70th founding anniversary of National Peking Opera Company
