"Harmony in Diversity", a cultural exchange program co-produced by China Media Group (CMG) and Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism, showed how Chinese porcelain influenced tableware in the ancient royal residence Great Kremlin Palace.
The unique blend of styles dates back to Europe's first encounters with Chinese ceramics, when Russia not only adopted these exquisite techniques but also reinvented them with its own artistic flair.
"Chinese porcelain was exported to Europe, where people marveled at its delicacy, pure whiteness, and lightweight nature. Russia learned porcelain-making techniques from China, gradually developing its own unique artistic aesthetics and characteristics. This particular set, called the Kremlin Service, was specifically used for grand banquets in the Great Kremlin Palace," explained Zheng Ye, curator of China's National Museum.
The program aims to promote cultural exchange and mutual learning while showcasing the charm of different cultures.
The latest program was aired on the group's CCTV-1 channel on March 29.
Kremlin tableware blends Chinese porcelain with Russian style
Blending ancient philosophy with futuristic technology, the China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka will offer visitors an immersive experience where digital installations respond to touch, motion, and even seasonal changes, said an official on Wednesday.
Themed "Designing Future Society of Our Lives," the World Expo 2025 will be held from April 13 to Oct 13 in Osaka, Japan's third-largest city.
At a press conference held in Beijing, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) announced its 3,500-square-meter pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka - one of the largest foreign self-built facilities at the upcoming world exposition - will open to the public on April 13.
Inspired by traditional Chinese calligraphy scrolls, the pavilion's architectural design embodies the theme of "Building a Community of Life for Man and Nature -- Future Society of Green Development."
The pavilion will include three sections to showcase China's traditional ecological wisdom, modern green development initiatives, and its vision of global cooperation in fostering a sustainable future.
The CCPIT official said the pavilion will highlight 5,000 years of Chinese ecological wisdom, showcase modern green development, and present China's vision for a sustainable future. Visitors can expect an engaging and immersive experience.
"A variety of interactive installations and digital technologies will bring exhibits to life, allowing visitors to appreciate intricate craftsmanship from every angle. AI technology will make the displays move and respond—visitors can scan interactive bookmarks to generate real-time landscape imagery and experiencing the feeling of co-creating a Utopian paradise. More than 10 adorable, portable smart robots will dance gracefully to music," said Li Qingshuang, vice president of the CCPIT.
China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka to offer immersive blend of tradition, technology
