Young TikTok creators took center stage in Hainan this week, celebrating digital diplomacy at the 2024 'Maritime Silk Road Family' ASEAN Online Influencer Conference. Over 100 influencers from China and Southeast Asian nations gathered in Haikou, showcasing how viral content is bridging cultures and boosting regional ties. 🚀
The event highlighted trending videos promoting food, travel, and shared traditions across ASEAN countries and the Chinese mainland. Organizers praised creators for turning everyday stories into 'digital ambassadors' of cooperation. 🎥 "Gen-Z is rewriting the rules of cultural exchange," said one award recipient, holding a trophy shaped like a smartphone. 📲
Hainan's tropical backdrop added vacation vibes to the serious mission: using social media to strengthen historic trade routes revived through modern tech. With #ChinaASEAN content racking up 2.8 billion views this year alone, these influencers are proving memes and montages can be as impactful as boardroom meetings. 🌏✨
