Magyar Posta has issued a new stamp series titled Treasures of Nations: Hungarian and Chinese Folk Instruments at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Budapest. The release marks a deepening of cultural and economic ties between Hungary and China, which have evolved into a comprehensive strategic partnership spanning trade, culture, and society said Aniko Turi, state secretary for public administration at the national economy ministry.
China, Turi said, had become one of Hungary’s most important economic partners, with investments driving modernisation, technological transfer, and long-term industrial growth while creating jobs.
She highlighted successes in electric mobility and financial cooperation, adding that cultural exchanges, including exhibitions and events in both countries, strengthened mutual understanding.
The stamps, featuring the Chinese guzheng and Hungarian citera, symbolise shared artistic traditions and the importance of preserving cultural heritage, she said. “Our cultures’ convergence deepens mutual respect and trust, while also boosting our shared economic success. Hungary remains committed to bridging East and West, demonstrating how strategic partnerships can thrive on mutual benefit and cultural appreciation,” the state secretary added.
Gong Tao, China’s Ambassador to Hungary, said that bilateral relations had flourished under “strategic guidance” from both nations’ leaders, with cooperation expanding across all sectors. He recalled the popularity of the 12-year Chinese Zodiac stamp series, and described the new Treasures of Nations collection as a celebration of shared musical heritage and enduring friendship.
Geza Lang, Magyar Posta’s chief executive, called the release of stamps a cultural mission, connecting past and present while fostering dialogue between nations.
The stamps and first-day covers feature illustrations of the citera and guzheng, “embodying the cross-border bond between Hungary and China”, he added.
