18 July 2019 - President of Montenegro Milo Đukanović received a delegation from the National Art Academy of China, led by Vice President of that organization Zhang Jiangzhou. The High Chinese Artistic delegation is in Podgorica on the occasion of the exhibition "Enthusiasm for Ink Wash Painting", realized by the National Art Academy of China in cooperation with Museums and Galleries of Podgorica.
The head of the delegation Jiangzhou handed over President Đukanović's portrait on behalf of the National Art Academy, which was painted by one of the best Chinese painters Yu Weinang, a member of the delegation, at the initiative of the Embassy of China in Podgorica, with a special traditional water and ink technique. With satisfaction with the meeting, Jiangzhou expressed high marks for the traditional friendship of Montenegro and China, which continues to develop well today. The head of the Chinese delegation stressed that it is precisely painting and technique that will be presented to our audience, with which the portrait is made, represents the best symbol of ancient traditions and culture of China.
"We expect Montenegrin friends to understand the development of Chinese tradition better and thus strengthen the ties of our two peoples," Jiangzhou said in the announcement for the President of Montenegro's Office.
President Đukanović welcomed and expressed pleasure with the visit of representatives of the National Art Academy, pointing out the respect for the traditionally friendly relations of the two countries, which we inherit from the Yugoslav times. Regardless of the geographical distance, we see China as a friend, he said, trying to develop all forms of cooperation in the contemporary context, especially in the field of culture.
"It is a great asset to see the most valuable parts of the rich Chinese creativity in Montenegro, and this is an incentive for establishing continuous cooperation in this area," the President said.
With personal gratitude to the artist on a portrayed portrait, Đukanović recalled the great tradition of the Montenegrin art school, which is the most recognizable expression of our cultural scene.
"A lot of our artists have brought the glory of Montenegro far beyond its borders, in the most prestigious European art and cultural destinations," he said.
It is jointly estimated that this exhibition will be the first step towards establishing further intercultural learning, acquaintance and connectivity between Montenegro and China.
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