Jiang Jianguo, deputy head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee makes a keynote speech at a promotional event of Hangzhou, Zhejiang province in Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina, on Nov 19. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Jiang Jianguo, deputy head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee noted that the hosting of the event couldn't be more timely as Hangzhou and Buenos Aires share many similarities albeit being located on opposite sides of the world.

He hoped that the promotional event can provide a window for Argentine people to better understand Chinese culture and the modern development of the country.

Hangzhou has witnessed rapid development in the digital economy over the years, and the promotional event can be an opportunity to push ahead with exchanges and communication in the financial, cultural and tourism sectors between the both sides, so as to achieve a win-win outcome, said a local official from Buenos Aires.

As part of the event, a series of themed booths and exhibitions showcased Chinese culture and the city of Hangzhou.