In Qinzhou, there’s been some exciting talk about collaborating with Cambodia and other ASEAN countries on pottery. The goal is to preserve traditional pottery techniques while promoting them more widely. The local artisans have skills passed down through generations, and combining that with modern training and visitor experiences could be really interesting.
Shi Xingning, the deputy director of the Qinzhou Industrial and Information Technology Bureau, mentioned that while there aren’t any formal pottery exchange programs yet, they’re optimistic about increasing collaboration with ASEAN countries through the opening of the Pinglu Canal. He shared these thoughts during an interview at the Qinzhou Pottery Museum and Experience Center.
This potential partnership could create a platform for potters, students, and cultural institutions to exchange ideas and learn pottery-making skills from one another. It’s all about finding ways to keep traditional knowledge alive while also developing products that fit the modern market. Just like in Cambodia, local communities are blending traditional methods with new production techniques.
