Armenia, China sign cultural cooperation program for 2026-2029

ArmInfo.The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Armenia (MECS) and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China have signed a cultural  cooperation program for 2026-2029, as reported by the press service of the Ministry, citing the results of the meeting between the head  of MESCS, Zhanna Andreasyan, and the Minister of Culture and Tourism of China, Sun Yeli.

The parties discussed the possibilities of organizing joint cultural  days, implementing joint programs within the framework of  international organizations and initiatives, exchanging specialists,  as well as sharing experience and knowledge in  preservation and  restoration of cultural values. They also emphasized the importance  of enhancing bilateral cultural ties as a key factor in strengthening  friendship between peoples with a thousand-year history and rich  culture. Minister Zhanna Andreasyan expressed satisfaction with the  recent intensification of cooperation between leading museums in  Armenia and China, as well as the organization of joint exhibitions. 

In turn, Minister Sun Yeli noted that the direct flights between the  two countries have created new opportunities for Armenian and Chinese  tourists, making cultural tourism more dynamic and accessible.

 It should be noted that in January-June 2025, 15,582 tourists from  China visited Armenia, which represents a  35.8% increase compared to  the previous year.