Sharjah:H.H. Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of Sharjah Museums Authority, inaugurated the exhibition 'Entwined Legacies Dialogue and Interaction between Chinese and Islamic Civilisations' at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation. The exhibition is Shanghai Museum's first organized event in the Gulf region, marking a collaboration with Sharjah Museums Authority.
According to Emirates News Agency, the opening ceremony was attended by prominent figures, including Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations, and Sheikha Nawar bint Ahmed Al Qasimi, Director of Sharjah Art Foundation. Also present were Zeng Jixin, Ambassador of China to the UAE, and Ou Boqian, Consul General of China in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, among others.
The exhibition features 124 artefacts, with 87 from Shanghai Museum and 37 from Sharjah Museums Authority collections. The artefacts highlight historical connections and exchanges between China and the Islamic world, dating back to the seventh century via the Silk Roads. These routes facilitated the movement of goods, knowledge, and artistic influences between the two civilizations.
During the tour, H.H. Sheikha Hoor viewed four sections of the exhibition that explore the cultural exchanges along the Silk Roads, including craftsmanship, social influences, and trade. Highlights include a Tang dynasty earthenware figure and Ming dynasty ceramics.
The exhibition, on view until 9 May 2027 at Al Majarrah Gallery, invites families, students, and history enthusiasts to explore the shared history of China and the Islamic world. A panel discussion titled 'Entwined Legacies' will be held on 11 November 2026, featuring Dr. Chen Jie and Ms. Entisar Al Obeidli. The museum will also offer related programs to engage visitors with the exhibition's themes.
