Conference on Dialogue of Asian Civilizations to open on May 15

Photo taken on Dec. 30, 2016 shows the hotel Burj Al-Arab, literally Arabian tower, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. China will hold the Conference on Dialogue of Asian Civilizations starting from May 15. Under the theme of "exchanges and mutual learning among Asian civilizations and a community with a shared future," the conference includes an opening ceremony and sub-forums. (Xinhua/Li Zhen)