China-Kazakhstan youth cultural exchange held in Beijing

A cultural exchange event was held in Beijing on March 14, bringing together young people from China and Kazakhstan to celebrate cultural ties and friendship. 

The event was supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in China and jointly organized by the Kazakhstan Cultural Center in Beijing and the Center for International Cultural Communication under China International Communications Group.

The year 2026 marks the 34th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Kazakhstan. The exchange event brought together the cultural values of the Chinese Spring Festival and Kazakhstan's Nauryz, two traditional holidays widely celebrated in their respective countries and associated with renewal, reunion, and the arrival of spring. 

Through activities such as an art exhibition, cultural performances, collaborative painting, and interactive cultural experiences, it created a lively platform for young people from both countries to connect and engage with one another.

Young participants receive recognition as China-Kazakhstan Friendship Ambassadors at a China-Kazakhstan youth cultural exchange event in Beijing, March 14, 2026. [Photo/CICG]

More than 40 paintings created by Chinese and Kazakhstani youth were displayed at the venue. The young participants were also awarded the title of "China-Kazakhstan Friendship Ambassadors" in recognition of their contributions.

Chinese and Kazakhstani youth present a collaborative painting with the theme of "Spring, Friendship, and the Future" at a China-Kazakhstan youth cultural exchange event in Beijing, March 14, 2026. [Photo/CICG]

Focusing on the theme of "Spring, Friendship, and the Future," Chinese and Kazakhstani youth jointly created a large painting blending artistic elements from both cultures to depict a shared vision of friendship and cooperation.

Young participants from China and Kazakhstan perform traditional dances and musical pieces at a China-Kazakhstan youth cultural exchange event in Beijing, March 14, 2026. [Photo/CICG]

The event also featured performances by young people from both countries, using music and art to celebrate cultural exchange. During the cultural experience session, participants explored the traditions of Nauryz through interactive activities and food tasting, gaining a closer understanding of Kazakh culture and deepening mutual friendship.