Russian students dance in a cultural exchange event between Nanjing and Pushkino. [Photo/WeChat account: njjyfb]

The education authorities of Nanjing and Pushkino signed a strategic cooperation memorandum on April 7.

Under the agreement, the two sides will engage in long-term cooperation across areas including curriculum development, teacher training, and student exchange programs. Six primary and secondary schools from Nanjing have established sister-school relationships with their counterparts in Pushkino.

A key highlight of the event was the launch of the Jiangsu-Moscow Aesthetic Education Alliance. Alongside this, a painting exhibition titled "China in My Eyes, Russia in My Eyes" was unveiled. The initiative aims to foster mutual understanding and cultural exchange among young people through art education.

Russian students dance in a cultural exchange event between Nanjing and Pushkino. [Photo/WeChat account: njjyfb]

Students from both countries jointly staged a series of vibrant performances, including traditional Russian dances, song and dance performances by Nanjing Zhongshan Primary School and instrumental music and calligraphy showcases by Nanjing Foreign Language School. The performances highlighted the richness and diversity of Chinese and Russian cultures.