Attendees pose for a group photo at the painting and calligraphy exhibition held in Zhangjiagang Museum on Dec 10. [Photo/ql.suzhou.gov.cn]

A painting and calligraphy exhibition to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese opened at Zhangjiagang Museum on Dec 10. Some 200 local government officials, artists and overseas Chinese representatives were in attendance.

Shen Jinhua, president of the Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese of Suzhou, extended her congratulations at the opening, and briefed guests about the colorful activities held in recent years. This exhibition, open from Dec 10 to Jan 10, 2017, showcases more than 100 selected works of art from masters and folk fans, and serves as an artistic and cultural gala between domestic and overseas Chinese.

Attendees appreciate calligraphy works and paintings on display. [Photo/ql.suzhou.gov.cn]

"The exhibition provides a good platform to promote traditional Chinese culture, and builds a bridge connecting China and the world," said Wang Yafang, deputy secretary of the Zhangjiagang municipal Party committee.

The works on display, including calligraphy pieces and traditional Chinese oil paintings, embody the affection domestic and overseas Chinese share for the motherland, including devotion to traditional culture and eagerness for a better life.

Several excellent calligraphy works were donated to the overseas Chinese community at the port city's Economic Development Zone after the ceremony.

Calligraphy works are donated to the overseas Chinese community at Zhangjiagang Economic Development Zone. [Photo/ql.suzhou.gov.cn]