Sharing the arts and culture is a positive part of a picture that has existed for a long time. That should continue, along with a sharing of culinary traditions and scientific exploration, athletic exchanges and patient diplomacy. It won't always be easy. China is a country of a billion people eager to establish themselves as a major power. In the end, I hope Chinese culture and art will survive and thrive for all to admire and enjoy.
China has a lot more to share than pandas and chopsticks.
Drew Murphy has been writing the Sights and Sounds column for The News-Journal since 1969.