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Beginning of Winter, the season’s first solar term, arrives. ❄️The chill settles in slowly — time to seek out warmth, get cozy, and wait for the first snow. Nature shifts into a quieter gear. #CulturalGansu

What was so special about the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo? Chen Huiying from China Daily found her "best friend" here — a knitted toy with the pun name "gui mi", which combines the Chinese words gui (turtle) and mi (bee). 🐢🐝 From exotic handmade scarves to Silk Road keepsakes, visitors from around the world shared their favorite finds and stories at the recently concluded Dunhuang expo. Let's meet again next year in Dunhuang, Gansu province! #Dunhuang #9thSRDICE #SilkRoad #CulturalExchange #BestFriends

🏛"Copyright is very much attached to culture and creative industries in different sorts and different forms." Hesham Mahmoud Azmi Farag, head of Egypt's Intellectual Property Office, recently highlighted the crucial role that copyright plays in passing down cultural heritage to new generations at the 9th Dunhuang cultural expo. #Gansu #9thSRDICE

"Keep learning and sharpen your ability to think critically." Shahbaz Khan, director of the UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia, highlights the importance of staying informed and building the skills to navigate ethical challenges posed by AI at the 9th Dunhuang cultural expo. #Gansu #9thSRDICE

From Rewi Alley to a new generation, the friendship between Christchurch and #Gansu has flourished for 42 years! 🤝William Qiu, deputy chair of the Christchurch China Sister Cities Committee, reflects on this lasting bond and the connections that continue to bring people together. #9thSRDICE

The 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo drew to a close on Nov 4 in Dunhuang, Gansu province, after three days of forums, exhibitions, and matchmaking that produced concrete outcomes in cultural cooperation, heritage conservation, and copyright governance. Bringing together about 1,200 guests from home and abroad, the expo served as a platform for exchange and cooperation. Let's review what some of the international guests had to say about the event. #9thSRDICE #Dunhuang #Gansu

Back to #Dunhuang after 30 years! Benjamas Tanvetyanont, consul-general of Thailand in Xi'an, revisits Crescent Spring and witnesses how its ecology has changed over the decades. Looking ahead, she hopes to deepen China-Thailand cooperation in ecological protection and cultural exchange, safeguarding the Silk Road heritage together.🌿 #Gansu #9thSRDICE

As an ancient Chinese poem goes, "Why should the Mongol flute complain no willows grow? Beyond the Gate of Jade, spring wind will never blow!" What does Yumen Pass really look like? Though modest in appearance, this earthen fortress once served as a key Silk Road gateway and military stronghold. Centuries later, its stories of trade and cultural exchange still echo across the sands. #9thSRDICE #Dunhuang #Gansu

Digital tech brings ancient Dunhuang within reach. Scholars around the world can now explore caves, admire murals, and access manuscripts online, while digital tools make research faster and easier. At the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, international guests shared how technology is opening new doors for Dunhuang studies and cultural exchange. #9thSRDICE #WhatTheySay #Dunhuang #DigitalDunhuang

"Transparency is key to the future of copyright." João Kruss Gomes, chairman of the Macau Association of Composers, Authors and Publishers, shares his insight during the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo. #Gansu #9thSRDICE

Can AI bring thousand-year-old Dunhuang to more people? Guests at the 9th Dunhuang cultural expo welcome the possibilities of AI, but believe it needs responsible regulation. Technology shouldn't replace tradition — it should build bridges that make cultural heritage more accessible to all. #Gansu #9thSRDICE

🌏Friends from around the world meet in Dunhuang at the 9th Silk Road International Cultural Expo! 🤔Curious what they brought to this Silk Road gem? Let's find out! #Gansu #9thSRDICE

🌏🤝At the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, different cultures interact — and friendships grow. #9thSRDICE #Gansu #Dunhuang

Silk Road treasures, creative surprises, and cultural gems await! ✨ What exciting exhibits and new cultural tourism products are on display at this year's Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo? Join our live stream and let's find out together! #9thSRDICE #Dunhuang #SilkRoad teapaw.org/i/broadcasts/2aWbWlbXE…

The 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Culture Expo is being held in Dunhuang from Nov 2 to 4, welcoming guests from around the globe. From mouthwatering local delicacies and dazzling night markets to stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage, Dunhuang truly has something for everyone. What makes this ancient Silk Road city so special? See it through the eyes of international visitors! #9thSRDICE #Dunhuang #SilkRoad #ChinaTravel

Students from Oklahoma, the United States, visited Dunhuang's Mogao Grottoes and experienced Silk Road culture at the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot on Nov 2. As part of the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Culture Expo, the exchange brought them closer to Chinese history and heritage, while opening doors to cross-cultural understanding and lasting friendship. What impressed them most about Dunhuang? Let's hear their stories! #9thSRDICE #Dunhuang #CulturalExchange #YouthVoices