This year marks a decade since China launched the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a visionary project reviving ancient Silk Road trade routes to connect Asia, Europe, and beyond. Dubbed the 'project of the century,' the BRI has sparked debates, partnerships, and economic transformations worldwide. But what do young global citizens think about it? 🤔
From Ancient Routes to Modern Rails
Imagine a 2,000-year-old network of trade paths reborn as railways, ports, and digital highways. 🌏 That's the BRI's promise: fostering development through openness, sustainability, and mutual growth. For landlocked countries like Laos, it’s a game-changer. Eakvixay Tran, a Laotian student at Tsinghua University, highlights the China-Laos Railway: 'China is creating a route for nations like mine to trade globally. It’s not just infrastructure—it’s opportunity.' 🚅
Youth Voices: Bridging Cultures, Building Futures
CGTN hit Tsinghua’s campus to ask: How does Gen-Z view the BRI? For many, it’s a bridge between history and innovation. The initiative’s focus on green energy and digital connectivity resonates with young advocates of climate action and tech-driven progress. 💡
As the BRI enters its next decade, one thing is clear: this isn’t just about roads and rails. It’s about rewriting the rules of global collaboration—with youth at the heart of the journey. 🌟
