The 4th Liangzhu Forum was held in Hangzhou (People’s Republic of China) on October 18, with a journalist from Turkmenistan in attendance. The forum brought together politicians, diplomats, representatives of the cultural sector, the media, and the scientific community from various countries to discuss issues related to the preservation of cultural heritage and the development of international cooperation, according to the news agency “Turkmenistan: Golden Age.”

At the opening ceremony, chaired by Liu Jie, Governor of the Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government and Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China, issues of cultural diplomacy and international cooperation were discussed. Representatives from the PRC spoke about the significance of Liangzhu culture in the history of Chinese civilization and emphasized the importance of preserving the world’s cultural heritage.

As part of the forum, documents on international cultural cooperation were signed. Experts also explored opportunities to promote historical heritage through sustainable tourism, mutual investment, the integration of archaeological sites into the modern urban environment, and the development of interregional cultural exchanges.

The participation of a representative from Turkmenistan in the forum was part of an international dialogue on preserving cultural heritage and strengthening cultural ties between countries.