Core Insights - Gansu province plays a significant role in cultural exchange and cooperation, leveraging its historical position along the ancient Silk Road to enhance international cultural interactions [1][2] - The 8th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo showcases exhibits from countries like Thailand, Cambodia, and Uzbekistan, promoting diverse cultural experiences [1] - The expo has grown in influence and brand recognition, contributing positively to the global civilization initiative and the Belt and Road cultural exchange [1] Group 1 - Gansu has established a copyright service station at the Dunhuang Expo to protect and promote traditional culture, ensuring a solid foundation for cultural exports [2] - During the expo, Gansu launched over 10,000 cultural and creative products and held a tourism industry investment promotion conference, resulting in 63 signed projects worth 10.715 billion [2] - In the first eight months of this year, Gansu's exports to Belt and Road countries reached 5.87 billion, a year-on-year increase of 21.5%, accounting for 56.3% of the province's total exports [2]