A series of screenings of Chinese documentary films began in Belgrade on Wednesday. The event took place just a few days before the planned visit of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to China.
The screenings were co-organized by China Media Group (CMG), Radio Television of Serbia (RTS), the Serbian Ministry of Culture, the Chinese Embassy in Serbia, the Serbian Embassy in China, and other institutions. The screenings featured a selection of CMG's documentary productions, focusing on Chinese cultural heritage, technological innovations, environmental protection, and social development. Some of the titles are scheduled to be broadcast on RTS and will also be published on the Politika website.
In a written statement, CMG President Shen Haixiong said that this initiative is a concrete step towards deepening people-to-people contacts within the community of China and Serbia with a shared future. Serbia is the first European country to establish such a partnership with China.
Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Serbia, Marina Ragus, said that the documentary series represents a dialogue that appeals to both the heart and the mind. She believes that it can help Serbia and the wider world gain a more comprehensive and objective view of China. She also expressed confidence that RTS and CMG will play an increasingly important role in promoting cultural exchange and deepening friendship between the two nations.
Serbian Minister of Information and Telecommunications, Boris Bratina, emphasized that in a time when some are promoting narratives of a "clash of civilizations," it is extremely important to strengthen cultural exchange based on dialogue. He believes that the documentaries will allow the Serbian audience to gain a more vivid understanding of China and broaden their perspective on the world.
Director General of RTS, Manja Grcic, described the event as an important result of cultural and media cooperation between Serbia and China. She expressed confidence that the documentaries will resonate positively with Serbian audiences and help them better understand contemporary China.
The Serbian Ambassador to China, Maja Stefanovic, in a video address, recalled that a number of classic Serbian films, such as "Walter Defends Sarajevo" or "The Bridge," have long been part of Chinese cultural memory. She believes that the current screenings of Chinese documentaries will offer the Serbian audience a unique cultural experience.
The event was attended by more than 150 guests from political, academic, and media circles. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is scheduled to visit China from May 24 to 28.
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