Brussels shows China good as well as bad face

Two China-themed public events were organized in Brussels this month.

Even though the Belgian capital is still on high security alert after the terrorist attacks in Paris last November, which had links with the city, a Spring Festival parade took place on the eve of China's most important traditional celebration.

Brussels had cancelled its 2016 New Year fireworks celebrations, but Chinese, Belgians and diplomats from other countries, joined together to watch dragon and lion dances, fashion shows, music performances, martial arts and Peking Opera. Even the iconic Manneken Pis, a small bronze statue in central Brussels, was draped in traditional Chinese clothes.