Cultural photography exhibition “China Through Your Lens” held in Kuwait

The “China Through Your Lens — Photography Exhibition & Travel Stories” event took place in Kuwait City on May 18, 2026, ahead of the 16th China Tourism Day. Organized jointly by the China Cultural Center in Kuwait and the Kuwaiti Association for Photographic Arts, the event featured a photography exhibition and travel storytelling sessions under the “Nihao! China” tourism promotion brand. The exhibition displayed 42 award-winning photos from a contest launched during the Spring Festival, capturing China’s natural landscapes like Guilin’s karst scenery, Shanghai’s skyline, and the historic town of Zhenyuan. A special section, “New Horizons of China’s Development,” highlighted modern advancements in technology, infrastructure, and green development, coinciding with the opening year of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan. Travel storytelling sessions included presentations by Dr. Suad Alhammar, Head of the Kuwaiti Association for Photographic Arts, and photographer Zeyad Bouarki, who shared personal experiences and cultural insights from their time in China. Ebrahim Bao, General Manager of Nabhan Asia for Tourist Trips and Guidance, provided practical travel information for Kuwaiti visitors, including recommended routes and policy updates. An award ceremony recognized 14 photographers for their contributions, with certificates presented during the event. Nearly 100 participants attended, including representatives from the Kuwaiti Association for Photographic Arts, tourism influencers, students of Chinese language programs, and members of the Kuwait–China Friendship Club. The event aimed to strengthen cultural and tourism cooperation between China and Kuwait, fostering mutual understanding through photography and storytelling. The official promotional video for the 2026 China Tourism Day campaign, themed ‘Love Travel, Love Life,’ was also screened to promote the initiative.