An exhibition of fine art and photography titled “Beautiful China: Art and Beauty of Xinjiang” opened Oct. 29 at the State Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat. The works introduce visitors to the natural landscapes, cultural heritage and daily life of China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Turkmen Culture Minister Gurbannazar Myradalyyev, Chinese Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ji Shumin, Kuai Zhenming, Vice Chairman of the China Artists Association and Chairman of the Xinjiang Artists Association, State Museum of Fine Arts Director Ismail Orazov, and representatives of diplomatic missions, international organizations and the media attended the opening of the exhibition.
The exhibition features paintings and photographs depicting Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, cultural heritage and the daily lives of local residents. According to Kuai, the exhibition continues the tradition of cultural exchange between China and Central Asian countries. He expressed hope for further strengthening ties with the region’s artistic community.
Chinese Ambassador Ji Shumin expressed trade between Turkmenistan and China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reached approximately $185 million in January-September 2026, an increase of 412% compared with the same period last year.
The ambassador highlighted growing cooperation in agriculture and education. He cited the January visit to Xinjiang by Turkmenistan Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Atahally Atayev and the August visit to Turkmenistan by Erkin Tuniyaz, Chairman of the regional government of Xinjiang. During the visits, the sides discussed prospects for cooperation in agriculture, education and trade and economic affairs.
The exhibition will run through Nov. 10.
