Dialogue reinforces cultural diversity

Dialogue between Chinese and African civilizations is instrumental in safeguarding world cultural diversity and gaining a stronger say for developing countries in the international cultural arena, Chinese Minister of Culture Cai Wu said.

"China and Africa, with their long historical traditions and diversified cultures, have both contributed to world cultural progress. And now we are both in a new era of reform and development," he said. "We have similar goals and visions in terms of economic, social and cultural development. Our history and current status have opened a broad perspective for our future cooperation in cultural sectors."

Talking about the recent Cultural Ministers' Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, Cai said that it provided new guidance for China-Africa cultural exchange and cooperation in the new era.