China-Greece Year of Culture and Tourism launched at foot of Athens Acropolis (5)

Wang Qiang, charge d'affaires minister-counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Greece, Greek Culture and Sports Minister Lina Mendoni and Greek Minister of Tourism Vassilis Kikilias (from L to R) pose for a photo during the unveiling ceremony of a sculpture featuring ancient Greek philosopher Socrates and Chinese philosopher Confucius, in Athens, Greece on Sept. 16, 2021. The China-Greece Year of Culture and Tourism opened on Thursday with a ceremony held at the foot of the Athens Acropolis, as officials of both sides expressed confidence in a stronger friendship and further cooperation between the two peoples. (Xinhua/Marios Lolos)