Cultural exchanges spur strengthened ties among organization's countries

Blessed with a wealth of history, Shandong has been playing its part in promoting cultural exchanges and strengthening friendships with countries involved with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

In 2017, artists from 67 cultural communications teams from Shandong participated in a total of 892 visits to countries and regions all over the world. Among which, 41 teams visited countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative.

In return, 427 foreign culture exchange teams consisting of thousands of artists visited China last year, according to officials.