On September 20, an engaging discussion titled “Paper Carries a Thousand Years, Unbroken Tradition” took place in Jingxian, Anhui, bringing together Malaysian Chinese artists and youth to delve into the art of Xuan paper. During this event, China Xuan Paper Co., Ltd. established a cooperation agreement with the Malaysian Calligraphy Association, with the goal of leveraging both organizations’ strengths to promote calligraphy and Xuan paper culture, ultimately enhancing the global reach of exceptional Chinese traditional culture.
The Malaysian Calligraphy Association is recognized as the leading calligraphy organization in Malaysia, committed to promoting Chinese calligraphy and providing a platform for artists from Southeast Asia and beyond to exchange ideas and showcase their work.
Xuan paper, originating in the Tang Dynasty, is a cultural emblem deeply embedded in Chinese heritage and serves as a superb medium for traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy. As a prominent representative of Xuan paper, China Xuan Paper Co., Ltd. is dedicated to preserving and innovating this craft while facilitating international exchanges.
On that day, nearly 20 Malaysian Chinese artists and youth convened with officials from China Xuan Paper Co., Ltd. to discuss the preservation and global promotion of Xuan paper and calligraphy.
Zhao Hukun, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of China Xuan Paper Co., Ltd., emphasized the significance of the Malaysian Calligraphy Association’s visit as a valuable opportunity for cultural exchange. “We will continue to embrace the spirit of craftsmanship, striking a balance between heritage and innovation. Our aim is to develop new products that cater to modern calligraphy, further advancing art and culture,” he stated.
During their visit, Malaysian youth, including a young artist named Norwa who has been practicing calligraphy for seven years, had the opportunity to experience Xuan paper production techniques first-hand in the Xuan paper town. This was Norwa’s first trip to China and his first visit to a Xuan paper museum. He shared, “Calligraphy is very popular in Malaysia, not just among the Chinese community but also among locals. This visit has deepened my understanding of the Xuan paper production process. The workers put in a lot of effort; from now on, I will appreciate every sheet of Xuan paper even more.”
Following the discussion, the Malaysian group toured the world’s largest Xuan paper raw material processing facility in Zhengcun and visited the Peach Blossom Pool in Jingxian, a location famously referenced in the ancient poem “To Wang Lun” by the poet Li Bai.
