Celebration of Greek and Chinese Culture in Athens: Socrates Meets Confucius
Socrates and Confucius “met” in Athens in a celebration of Greek and Chinese culture

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On June 8, Athens hosted the event 'Meeting & Inspiration: Dialogue Across Time and Space,' celebrating Greek and Chinese cultures. Organized by the Chinese Embassy and cultural institutions, it featured over 150 participants and highlighted shared values through exhibitions and digital applications.
- 01The event took place at Estia of Nea Smyrni and was part of the 2nd World Conference on Classical Studies.
- 02Key attendees included Hu Heping, Fang Qiu, and Georgios Daskalou, representing both nations' cultural sectors.
- 03The event showcased interactive AI experiences allowing visitors to engage with ancient philosophers.
- 04A cultural cooperation plan for 2026 was introduced, focusing on audiovisual projects and intellectual property rights.
- 05The exhibition featured sections on Chinese philosophy, cultural exchanges, and digital immersion, open to the public until June 10.
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The event 'Meeting & Inspiration: Dialogue Across Time and Space' took place on June 8 in Athens, focusing on the cultural dialogue between ancient Greece and China. Organized by the Press Office of the State Council of China and the Chinese Embassy in Greece, it attracted over 150 participants, including academics and cultural representatives. The event was part of the 2nd World Conference on Classical Studies, themed 'Dialogue Between Ancient and Modern Times: Contemporary Interpretation of Classical Wisdom.' It featured exhibitions, presentations, and innovative digital applications, including interactive experiences with ancient philosophers. Notable moments included the presentation of a book on Greek and Roman architecture to Manolis Korres and the introduction of the 'China–Greece 2026 Joint Audiovisual Cultural Cooperation Plan,' which aims to enhance cultural ties through co-productions and programming exchanges. The accompanying exhibition showcased Chinese philosophical schools and traditional craftsmanship, remaining open to the public until June 10, emphasizing the strengthening cultural cooperation between China and Greece.
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The event fosters cultural exchange and cooperation between Greece and China, enhancing mutual understanding.
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