Muscat, Oman - February 23, 2025 A symposium focused on stability, development and ethnic unity of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was held in Muscat, the capital and largest city of Oman, on Sunday, showcasing China's achievements in human rights protection and improvement of people's livelihoods in the multi-ethnic autonomous region. Organized by China's State Council Information Office, the event offered a platform for people in the west Asian country to gain insights into Xinjiang and foster exchanges between the two countries. Lyu Jian, China's ambassador to Oman, said at the event that China and Oman share similar civilizational vision and should strengthen exchanges and cooperation. Chinese attendees introduced Xinjiang's progress in economic and social development, cultural and religious affairs, education, and ethnic unity. Omani participants said that different ethnic groups in Xinjiang live in harmony, contributing to China's economic growth. They also added that the Chinese government has been dedicating to protecting the rights of ethnic groups while some Western countries apply double standards on the issue of human rights. Shotlist: Muscat, Oman - Feb 23, 2025: 1. Building of Foreign Ministry of Oman, national flag of Oman; 2. Various of attendees from China, Oman speaking at event; 3. SOUNDBITE (Chinese) Yimure Wusman, religious figure from Xinjiang (ending with shots 4-5): "Xinjiang has always been home to multiple religions. This event deepens understanding of the Communist Party of China's policies on governing Xinjiang in the new era and helps build consensus on the issue among walks of life in Oman."; 4. Various of attendees watching video of Xinjiang; 5. Video clips showing people in Xinjiang; 6. Various of event in progress; 7. SOUNDBITE (Chinese) Xing Guangcheng, director, Institute of Chinese Borderland Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (partially overlaid with shot 8): "Scholars, officials and religious figures from both countries had candid discussions at the event. The two countries can learn from each other's experience in human rights protection, religious affairs management, and other areas."; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] 8. Various of attendees; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] 9. Various of event in progress, attendees speaking; 10. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Arimi, Chairman, Oman Journalists Association: "This event will undoubtedly strengthen Oman-China relations. The two countries have extensive common interests and a bright future for cooperation. Their rich histories and cultures complement each other's progress. Meetings like this will further advance bilateral ties."; 11. Various of event in progress, attendees speaking. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]