In the lead-up to Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Cambodia, China Media Group (CMG) launched a special screening event in Phnom Penh on Sunday, showcasing a selection of its premium films and television programs.
The event began with video addresses by CMG President Shen Haixiong, Khim Vuthy, director general of National Television of Cambodia (TVK), and Khvay Atitya, director of Cambodia's Apsara TV. The screening lineup includes highly acclaimed documentaries such as "Up and Out of Poverty", "China: Race to the Future", "Eat Like the Locals in Hainan Province", and "Fine Arts in China", offering a glimpse into the country's poverty reduction efforts, local delicacies, and its rich cultural heritage.
Reflecting President Xi's people-centered development philosophy, the films provide audiences with an in-depth look at the dynamic vitality and growth of contemporary China.
TVK Director General said that CMG's premium films offer Cambodian viewers a rare opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of China's development. He expressed confidence that the screenings will allow the Cambodian audience to experience the distinct charm of Chinese culture firsthand.
A total of seven series will air on major media platforms in Cambodia, including TVK, Apsara TV, and Hang Meas HDTV, with the screenings running until the end of June.
President Xi will embark on a state visit to Malaysia and Cambodia from April 15 to 18, following his visit to Vietnam from April 14 to 15, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Friday.
CMG launches special film screening program in Cambodia ahead of Xi's visit
