The 2024 Heze Peony International Communication Forum kicked off on April 12 in Heze city – located in East China's Shandong province.

A group of foreign journalists from the United States, Brazil, Egypt, Russia, South Korea, Japan, and beyond immersed themselves in the charm of Heze's peonies on April 11, exploring the rich peony culture as they experienced its vibrant fusion of industrial and cultural growth.

Foreign journalists get a close-up look at peony flower derivatives in Heze. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

International journalists visit an exhibition and learn about Heze city and the development of the peony industry. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Journalists from abroad admire peony handicrafts. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]