But he will certainly continue his cross-talk career, he says.

"I would love to keep performing in Jordan or China; I would also love to introduce xiangsheng to more Jordanians and Arabs, for them to learn xiangsheng and its theatrical, artistic aspects," Al Rudaisat says.

"He is going to make it happen, I am sure," Bo says.

There are a greater number of opportunities for China to promote healthier and deeper cultural exchanges with Arab nations, he says, and as China's economic development and technological prowess continue to have positive global impact, international ties, including those with Arab nations, will undoubtedly grow.

"I truly hope that with my efforts, more foreigners will be inspired and get to know Chinese culture through xiangsheng and use it as an interesting, humorous tool to uncover, research and fall in love with Chinese culture," Al Rudaisat says.

Chang Aohan and Luo Yilin contributed to this story.