A well variety of musical instruments have been displayed during the China International Musical Instruments Expo and the second Belt and Road Commercial and Cultural Exchange Forum held in Bengbu city, East China's Anhui province, from Dec 1 to 2. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Over 50 ambassadors and envoys from more than 30 countries, together with directors and representatives from over 30 business associations both at home and abroad, participated in the forum.

During the expo, music once again became a link, connecting countries with different cultures. Local authorities said music was the most intimate and vivid language, which could break through the barriers of different national boundaries, races and minds.