China-Egypt film cooperation

As China and Egypt mark 70 years of diplomatic relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping is paying a state visit to Egypt, opening a new chapter in ties between two of the world's oldest civilizations. Those ties extend beyond diplomacy and economics to culture and cinema. The recent Chinese box office hit "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East" connects China and Egypt through major on-the-ground production partnerships, highlighting how cinema can serve as a bridge for deeper cultural exchange.