Kalpyris said: "It is worth noting that this year is equally important for our bilateral relations, as it marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Greece and China in 2006. The archaeological exhibition A Journey to Ancient Greece confirms the depth of the roots and the sincerity of our relationship.
"Hundreds of thousands have visited the Greek antiquities exhibitions in Shanghai, Changsha, Nanjing, Beijing and Sanxingdui. The Chinese public will have the opportunity to enjoy more Greek exhibitions in the future. This is clearly an achievement that reveals the depth of the cultural relations between our two nations and the mutual interest to explore together the origins of what we call today modern civilization."