On June 27, Chinese Ambassador to Iceland He Rulong attended the opening of the exhibition Rolling Snowball 19 in Djúpivogur, where he was joined by Logi Einarsson, Minister of Culture, Innovation and Higher Education of Iceland, in formally inaugurating the exhibition. 

In his remarks, Ambassador He stated that art and culture are important parts of civilization. He noted that President Xi Jinping has proposed the Global Civilization Initiative, which advocates respect for the diversity of civilizations and upholding the principles of equality, mutual emulation, dialogue and inclusiveness among civilizations. He also pointed out that the United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution declaring June 10 the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. China is willing to work with all parties to deepen mutual understanding and trust through cultural exchanges and dialogue among civilizations.

Ambassador He also exchanged views with Minister Einarsson on further promoting bilateral cooperation on education and culture, taking the launch of direct flight between China and Iceland as a new opportunity.

Rolling Snowball 19 is an international contemporary art exhibition and a collaboration between ARS LONGA Museum of Contemporary Art and the Chinese European Art Center, founded in Xiamen by Madame Ineke Gudmundsson and Mr. Sigurður Gudmundsson. The exhibition has been held in Iceland for several times and widely welcomed by the public.